Celebrating the life of
Mary Smith
June 01, 1931 - November 21, 2025
Mary Smith, 94, a lifelong Savannah resident, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, November 21, 2025. She was born on June 1, 1931, the daughter of the late Gibson Hull Morgan and Susie Kessler Morgan. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Willie Edward Smith, and a daughter, Linda Hicks.
Mary was an active member of Rothwell Baptist Church in Pooler. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She was known for her remarkable independence, maintaining her home and living a full, active life. She loved cooking and was a talented seamstress, renowned for the care and love she put into everything she made.
She is survived by her son and daughter-in-law, Willie Smith Jr. and Pam Smith; her grandchildren, Ashley Smith (Catherine), Brian Smith (Jennifer), and Melissa Hallman (John), Nick (Katherine) and Blair; her great-grandchildren, Ash, Mary, Ellie, Anna Bridges, Mills, Haynes, Caroline, Casey.
The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, November 26th, at Fox & Weeks Hodgson Chapel, followed by a funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow in Hillcrest Abbey East.
We have lost a precious soul. I loved her and enjoyed the time with her and our conversations about the LORD. I hope to meet you on the other side!
- Jerry Hicks Farkas, Marietta, GA
Miss Mary was a lovely person and so faithful when attending Rothwell Baptist Church. We will miss her.
- Ronnie King, Pooler, GA
Pam and Billy, Randy and I are so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Smith was such a sweet lady! She will be missed by many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all of the family during this difficult time!
- Kathy Hadden, Metter, GA
Sincere condolences to all of the Smith family. What a wonderful woman and a life well lived. Our prayers are with you today and always. Janet and Franklin Stulb
- Franklin Stulb, Waynesboro,GA, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
- Visitation
- 10:00a.m. 11:00a.m. on Wed, November 26, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Funeral Service
- 11:00a.m. on Wed, November 26, 2025
- Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
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7200 Hodgson Memorial Drive (map)
Savannah GA 31406 - 912-352-7200
- Burial
- on Wed, November 26, 2025
- Hillcrest Abbey Memorial Park
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1600 Wheaton Street (map)
Savannah GA 31404 - 912-234-3458

