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Ms. Deborah Denise"Dee" Smith, 62, passed away at her residence on July 9, 2026.
Ms. Smith "Dee' was a lifelong source of laughter and unforgettable memories. She was known for her silly personality and unexpected outbursts that could make a room laugh, and one of her favorite sayings was " Cool it down, Baby." She attended the Church of Christ every Sunday, where she enjoyed singing and fellowshipping with everyone. She enjoyed watching Wheel of Fortune and a good car ride. She was loved by her family and touched the hearts of her siblings, nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and caregivers.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bill and Susie Mae Smith; sister, Gloria Jean; brother, John Earl; niece, Shaunta Kemp; great-niece, Reginary Heaven Kemp; and nephew, Loney John Ezell
Survivors include her siblings, Tiffany Jackson (Robert), Roger Lee Smith (Sharon), David Smith (Tasha), Charles Smith(Evelyn), Annette Phillip (Ray, deceased),and a very special sister, Nadine Kem; and a host of special nieces, nephews other family and friends; special caring niece, Carmen Kemp
Pallbearers: Family and Friends
Flower Bearers: Family and Friends
Eulogist was Brother Malcolm May, and Words of Encouragement was Brother Roger Smith.
Friday, July 17, 2026
Starts at 12:30 am (Central time)
St. Paul/ St. James Cemetery
Friday, July 17, 2026
5:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)
Reeves Funeral Home
Saturday, July 18, 2026
11:00 am - 12:00 pm (Central time)
Reeves Funeral Home
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