Celebrating the life of
Jo Beth H. Smith
October 11, 1922 - June 15, 2016
Our beloved and precious Jo Beth H. Smith, 93, passed away peacefully on June 15, 2016 at her home surrounded by family and best friend in Lafayette, Louisiana. Memorial Services will be held Thursday, June 23, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Covenant United Methodist Church located at 300 E. Martial Ave. Lafayette, Louisiana.
She is preceded in death by her loving husband Wayman W. Smith Jr. and two sons, Wayman W. Smith III and Joseph Allen Smith. She is survived by daughters Billie Brown and husband Gary, Valerie Williams and husband Steve and Jo Beth Smith; One son, David Loren Smith; Granddaughters, Deana Mitchell and husband Michael, Skye M. Smith; Grandson, Gary Brown Jr.; Best Friend, Patricia Battaglia.
Jo Beth was born in Winder, Georgia to Joseph Allen Huff and Vivian Dowis Huff on October 11, 1922. She was a graduate of Armstrong Junior College through an academic scholarship. While she was an accomplished musician, she had many other hidden talents. She was an active member of her church and dedicated her entire life to her faith and family.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Sunday, June 19, 2016 at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens in Savannah, Georgia.
When we first met we took a picture and we laughed about it and said wait till people see this picture can you imagine what they're going to say you're going to be missed grandma rest in peace God speed Michael
- Michael Mitchell, Winter Park , CO
Valerie, Beth and family, I am so sorry to hear of your mama passing. I never met her but feel like I have from stories my sister Janet has told me. She obviously was a beautiful person. There is nothing like loosing your mama. It is a huge hole in the heart. At 93 she really had a good life. you were lucky you had her that long. She will always remain in your heart and so many things you say or do will remind you of your mama. Prayers for your families. love Shirley
- Shirley Lewis , Greenville , PA
I'm sad to see you have left us, but happy that you are now with your husband you loved so much. I am thankful I was able to meet you and you will be missed. Kathy
- Kathy Woodman, Rockport, Texas
Our sincere condolences to the family of Ms. Jo Beth to whom we were lucky to have known thru my dear Aunt Pat. Ms. Jo Beth was a lovely lady with a wonderful wit about her and a blessing to have known.
- Charlotte Babineaux and Larry & Dianne(late) May, Duson , LA
My dear dear friend...I shall miss you terribly. I will always remember the very sage advice you gave me last year. "When you are having a good time, have the best time you can have. Nothing last forever When you are having a bad time remember that this will end as well." I wish we could have had a last visit but, perhaps it is best that we did not as I will always remember you as I last saw you.
- Ann Elizabeth wade, Laafayette, Louisiana
My sincere sympathy to the family of Jo Beth Smith. I remember her as a very kind and caring person and my prayers are with the family.
- Linda Dowis Oakes, Lawrenceville, Georgia
My sincere condolences to the Smith Family on the passing of your dear loved one. May Jehovah God, the God of comfort grant you his peace while you await the fulfillment of his promise at John 5:28(to resurrect those who have been asleep in death) May fond memories of Jo Beth linger in your hearts and bring you peace in the days to come.
- Henry, Lawrenceville, GA
When we first met we took a picture and we laughed about it and said wait till people see this picture can you imagine what they're going to say you're going to be missed grandma rest in peace God speed Michael
- Michael Mitchell, Winter Park , CO
Valerie, Beth and family, I am so sorry to hear of your mama passing. I never met her but feel like I have from stories my sister Janet has told me. She obviously was a beautiful person. There is nothing like loosing your mama. It is a huge hole in the heart. At 93 she really had a good life. you were lucky you had her that long. She will always remain in your heart and so many things you say or do will remind you of your mama. Prayers for your families. love Shirley
- Shirley Lewis , Greenville , PA
I'm sad to see you have left us, but happy that you are now with your husband you loved so much. I am thankful I was able to meet you and you will be missed. Kathy
- Kathy Woodman, Rockport, Texas
Our sincere condolences to the family of Ms. Jo Beth to whom we were lucky to have known thru my dear Aunt Pat. Ms. Jo Beth was a lovely lady with a wonderful wit about her and a blessing to have known.
- Charlotte Babineaux and Larry & Dianne(late) May, Duson , LA
My dear dear friend...I shall miss you terribly. I will always remember the very sage advice you gave me last year. "When you are having a good time, have the best time you can have. Nothing last forever When you are having a bad time remember that this will end as well." I wish we could have had a last visit but, perhaps it is best that we did not as I will always remember you as I last saw you.
- Ann Elizabeth wade, Laafayette, Louisiana
My sincere sympathy to the family of Jo Beth Smith. I remember her as a very kind and caring person and my prayers are with the family.
- Linda Dowis Oakes, Lawrenceville, Georgia
My sincere condolences to the Smith Family on the passing of your dear loved one. May Jehovah God, the God of comfort grant you his peace while you await the fulfillment of his promise at John 5:28(to resurrect those who have been asleep in death) May fond memories of Jo Beth linger in your hearts and bring you peace in the days to come.
- Henry, Lawrenceville, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
