She was a retired school teacher having taught business math, general record keeping and typing at Monticello High School and was of the Methodist faith. She graduated from El Dorado High School in 1949 as Salutatorian and received her BSE from Arkansas A&M College (now UAM) graduating Magna Cum Laude. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in death by one brother, Retired Master Sargent John H. James.
Survivors include her husband of 65 years, Coy Smith of Monticello; two sons, Dr. Kirby Smith and wife Charlotte "Charlie" of Sherwood and Dane Smith and wife Deana of Monticello; two daughters, Kay Smith Qualls of Monticello and Sabrina Smith Davis and husband Rex of Arkansas; eight grandchildren, Jada, Blake, Ashley, Aaron, Kendall, Holden, Hanna and Luke; and nine great-grandchildren, Race, Bristol, Katherine Grace, Kaiden, Brayleigh, Aurora, Aubrey, Elijah and Jaxen.
Graveside service will be 2:00 p.m. Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Oakland Cemetery with Rev. Mike Qualls officiating. Visitation 5:00-7:00 p.m. Saturday evening at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's. Online guestbook at www.stephensondearman.com.
Condolences(19)
Lowell F Lynde Jr
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 19, 2020 My thoughts and prayers go to all of Jenny's family. I knew that she was ill but never realized how ill until I read the obituary. i will definitely miss getting her text asking me "R u playing bank bridge Monday?" She was a delight to play with and against. May she rest in peace and may God comfort her family.Judy Lassiter
Monticello, AR Sunday, January 12, 2020 Coy, I am so sad to learn of Jenny’s death. She was a good friend and teaching colleague for many years. And we shared many good times on the golf course and at the bridge table. I am holding you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.Judy Lassiter
John Annulis
Little Rock, AR Sunday, January 12, 2020 Kirby, I am sorry to hear about your mother's death.Debbie ASHCRAFT
Sherwood, AR Saturday, January 11, 2020 Jenny was an angel and a jewel. Prayers for her family and friends.Dorothy Glover
monticello, AR Saturday, January 11, 2020 Sorry for your lossJoe & Mary Ann Johnston
Aransas Pass, TX Saturday, January 11, 2020 Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God and his angels watch over you .Love you, Joe and Mary Ann
Gloria Rawls Schwab
Bentonville, AR Friday, January 10, 2020 I loved having this sweet lady for a teacher. Prayers for your family during this difficult time.Roy Montgomery
Monticello, AR Friday, January 10, 2020 Prayers for the family.Shelby Williams
Monticello, AR Friday, January 10, 2020 I am saddened to hear of Ms. Smith's passing. I took several classes under her in high school and took a photography class with Mr. Smith. She was such a sweet person and she had a great passion for teaching. The family is in my thoughts and prayers.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Friday, January 10, 2020 Mr. Coy, You and your family have my sympathy and prayers at this very sad time. Jenny was a great lady and a great teacher. She taught my girls. Prayers for strength and comfort at your great loss.Kay Worbington
Monticello, AR Friday, January 10, 2020 Mr. Coy, You and your family have my sympathy and prayers at this very sad time. Jenny was a great lady and a great teacher. She taught my girls. Prayers for strength and comfort.Janice Gladden Wiggam
Hot Springs Village, AR Friday, January 10, 2020 I am so sorry for your loss. Jenny was a precious lady. May God give you peace and comport.With love for all family,
Janice
Josh Frost
Fayetteville, AR Thursday, January 9, 2020 Mr. Coy, Kay, & family: I am so saddened to hear of Mrs. Smith’s passing. She was a wonderful person, whom I thought so very much of. Her love for life, her students, and her family, is something she will always be remembered for. She had such a sweet spirit and was truly one of a kind. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time.John Jakonczuk
Boynton Beach, FL Thursday, January 9, 2020 I worked for her son Dr. Kirby Smith for many years. During that time, I met so many members of his family including his sweet mother. She was always so kind and gentle- never said a bad thing about anything or anybody. It saddens me to hear of her passing. My heart goes out to her entire family.Jenifer McCollum
DeWitt, AR Thursday, January 9, 2020 I’m so sorry for your loss. Heaven gained a very sweet woman. Love and prayers for all of you.John & Paige (Hill) Stell
Monticello, AR Thursday, January 9, 2020 You are all in our thoughts and prayers during the days ahead. Enjoyed having Mrs. Smith as a teacher at MHS.John, Paige, Jayson, Colt, Bray, Brad, Jake, & Jared
Telese White Huffman
Monticello, AR Thursday, January 9, 2020 Mr. Coy, Kay, Dane, Sabrina, and Jada: I love you all. And I loved Ms. Jenny. She was truly a caring, kind, Christian woman and I am so glad to have known her. Please know I am praying for each of you by name.Michael and Kari Foster
Batesville, AR Thursday, January 9, 2020 Our deepest sympathy for your loss. Our prayers for you and your sweet family. Much love and God bless.Wanda Morphis
, AR Thursday, January 9, 2020 Kay I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.