Annie Lee Smith, aged 96, passed away on February 13, 2025, at Heritage square Nursing Center in Blytheville, AR. Born on December 27, 1928, Annie's life was marked by her devotion to her family and her unwavering spirit.
Annie is survived by her six sons: Arthur Watkins, Robert (Alice) Watkins, Clarence Smith, Carl Hall, and Don Smith, all of Luxora, AR, and Johnny Hall of Jonesboro, AR; and one daughter, Donna (Jerome) Newmy of Blytheville, AR. She was a cherished grandmother to thirty-one grandchildren, and she also leaves behind a legacy of great-grandchildren, great-great grandchildren, along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends who will miss her deeply.
She was preceded in death by her parents, George H. Thompson Smith and Robbie Smith; one son, L.C. Smith; one daughter, Brenda Sims; her four brothers, John L. Smith, L.C. Smith, Eddie Smith, and Bennie Smith; and two sisters, Beatrice Mosby and Viola Smith.
The community will have the opportunity to pay their respects during a visitation on Saturday, February 21, 2025, from 5:00-7:00 pm at Wilson Funeral Home in Osceola, Arkansas. A funeral service will be held the following day, Saturday, February 22, 2025, at 10:00 am at Tabernacle M.B. Church in Osceola, Arkansas, with Rev. M.L. Smith officiating. Annie will be laid to rest at Sandy Ridge Cemetery in Burdette, Arkansas.