She was given the name Annette which means "favor, grace." She was the 9th born of 10 children. She was a bubbly, high spirited, loving and God fearing person.
She confessed a hope in Christ at an early age and later rededicated her life as an adult at Mt. Pleasant AME Church where she remained a faithful member until her health failed her. She was employed at Walmart as a photo lab technician until her health failed her as well.
She started her early childhood education at Drew High School where she finished out the sixth grade, which was the last elementary class to attend Drew High. She graduated from Monticello High in May 1976.
She united in holy matrimony to Mr. Don Edward Smith in November 1980 and to this man two sons were born.
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband of 32 years, Don Smith; two sons, Patrick Donnell and Aaron Devon Smith both of Monticello; four brothers, Rev. Alphonzo Vincent (Nancy) of Jonesboro, Jesse Vincent (Priscilla) of Warren, Jerry Vincent (Linda) of Monticello, and Glynn Vincent of Monticello; four sisters, Pauline Burel of Little Rock, Sherry Squalls of Mesquite, TX, Cloverne Hudson (Bill) of Macon, GA and Sandra Spencer (Roger) of Wilmar, AR; her mother-in-law, Martha Smith; one sister-in-law, Brenda Phillips; one brother-in-law, Willie Smith, Jr. (Barbara); four uncles, Charlie Vincent (Mildred), Samuel Crowell (Helen), Billy Crowell and Kent Fisher (Jan); one aunt, Cloreatha (Leon) and a host of nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews, special relatives and close friends.
Condolences(35)
Deborah F. Gragg Bolden
Osceola, AR Friday, October 18, 2013 There is no hurt or pain that heaven cannot heal.Jason & Karen Caldwell
Monticello, AR Friday, October 18, 2013 Smitty,Please know that you and your boys are in our thoughts and prayers.
Judy Floyd
Las Vegas, NV Friday, October 18, 2013 My god be with the family during this time of sorrow. Give them peace and strength. God Bess!Judy Matthews Floyd
R. Pettigrew
, CO Friday, October 18, 2013 With our deepest condolences.John 11: 1-44
Raelynn Johnson
Monticello, AR Friday, October 18, 2013 Praying for you all!!Pam Hall
pine bluff, AR Thursday, October 17, 2013 May your heart and soul find peace and comfort. You will be missed. RIPMauretania Hooper
Warren, AR Thursday, October 17, 2013 May god, who watches over us and hears us when we pray, Be very near to give you strength and comfort you today -- May He bless and keep you within His loving care, And may it help you just to know that He is always there. In Sympathy ----Mauretania Hooper - Area 3 Chairperson
Marilyn Matthews
North Little Rock, AR Thursday, October 17, 2013 To the Vincent-Smith families, praying for your strength. To Mrs. Clovern Vincent-Hudson, God bless you during this time.Jean Ridgell Webb
Kansas City, KS Wednesday, October 16, 2013 Prayers going out to the entire family.Regina Jacob
Monticello, AR Wednesday, October 16, 2013 To the Vincent and Smith Family:You are in our prayers and have our sincere sympathy.
The Jacob Family- Eloise, Faye, Shelia, Elle, Margie, Tman
Cedric Leonard
, TX Wednesday, October 16, 2013 My condolences to the Smith and Vincent family.A Neighbor
, FL Wednesday, October 16, 2013 May Annette Vincent Smith RIP, I'm sorry for the loss of Annette please accept my condolences you're not alone in your grief, we must faithfully wait on the ONE and only who can do anything but lie. "...He has made everything beautiful in its time. He has even put eternity in their heart... I have concluded that there is nothing better for them than to rejoice and to do good during their life; also that everyone should eat and drink and find enjoyment for all his hard work. It is the gift of God." Ecclesiastes 3:10-13"Do not be amazed at this, for the hour is coming in which all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out, ... to a resurrection of life." John 5:28,29
Martha Novak
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 15, 2013 Annette Was a very sweet & caring person. She work with me for several years. She was a Christine lady.She was hard worker she always ,had smile.
God bless her family give them strength to carry on.
Sincerely, Martha n
Margie Stanley
Monticello, AR Tuesday, October 15, 2013 To the Smith and Vincent family you have my deepest sympathy Annette was a very good friend to me we worked together laughed together and also cryed together she will always have a special place in my heart.Wonda Vincent Chestnut
Rosenberg, TX Tuesday, October 15, 2013 I am without words to explain what the passing of Annette means to me. Please know that my sincere prayers of comfort and peace are with the family and friends who dearly loved her.MARK HAYNES
MONTICELLO, AR Tuesday, October 15, 2013 MAY HEAVENLY FATHER WRAP HIS ARMS AROUND ALL OF YOU AT THIS TIME AND MAY YOU DRAW STRENGHT AND COMFORT FROM HIM. ANNETTE WAS A NICE LADY AND A PLEASURE TO WORK WITH AT WAL-MART.Shante
Monticello, AR Monday, October 14, 2013 I was blessed to get know Annette and she brought a blessing to my family life and I know she's resting from all the pain of this would. Be blessed and hold to Gods unchanging handCornelia Anderson
Warren, AR Monday, October 14, 2013 As you go through life's greatest sorrow the loss of someone you love, may your own faith in God sustain you, bringing you comfort today, courage for tomorrow and hope in your heart always. With deepest sympathy and prayersNancy Sowers
Monticello, AR Monday, October 14, 2013 I know this is a sad time for you, my heart goes out to you. Annette and I work together and got to know one another, my heart is also sad. We know that God knows best.Love you all
Nacy Sowers
Renee Becerra
Dallas, TX Monday, October 14, 2013 You and your family have my deepest sympathy, I know God has Annette in His presence, to be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord.Wanda
Spring Valley, CA Sunday, October 13, 2013 to the Smith and Vincent family you are in my thoughts and prayers. May God continue to bless and comfort you in your time of need. RIP cousinBarbara Benton
Warren, AR Sunday, October 13, 2013 It is so hard to believe that she has departed this earthly home. I will always remember that unforgettable laugh and the last words she spoke to me before her condition worsened. She was a fun-loving cousin, and she will most definitely be missed. Good-bye "Anna Bell." Thanks for the memories.Anne Scott
Monticello, AR Sunday, October 13, 2013 Prayers to all of Annette's family and friends , I feel so blessed to have been able to work with her and will always have her beautiful smile and sweet laugh in my heart .Alice A. Harris
Romulus, MI Saturday, October 12, 2013 Thinking of the Vincent and Smith in the loss of your loved one. You have my sympathy and understanding that words cannot express. Rest in peace my dear cousin.Darlene Johnson
Monticello, AR Saturday, October 12, 2013 This is such a sad occasion for the Smith and Vincent family. Annette was such a happy go lucky person. Always smiling and made sure things were like they were suppose to be. I can say she was true to every ones heart. May God touch the hearts of every family member as they weather this storm once again.Cathy Webb
Wilmar, AR Saturday, October 12, 2013 Thoughts and prayers are with the family...will miss her.Rachel Talley
, AR Saturday, October 12, 2013 Our prayers are with family Annette was a very sweet and kind lady who will be greatly missed.Jacque Bynum
portland, AR Saturday, October 12, 2013 To the Vincent and Smith family, I so sorry to hear about the passing of Annette. I had the pleasure of getting to know her when I worked for her Mom. Annette was such a loving and cheerful person. I shall never forget her and her sisters and brothers of how they took the best care of their Mom. Family be strong God will see you through.You all are in my prayers.Kimberly Williams
, AR Friday, October 11, 2013 I would like to send my deepest condolences to the family during this time and pray that you seek comfort in the Lord each passing dayPatricia Holt
Dallas, TX Friday, October 11, 2013 Hello Family, my prayers are with you for strength. May you be forever be in God’s hand with his grace and mercy. Cherish every sweet memory you have of Annette.Patricia Holt and Family
Dallas, Tx
Carolyn Binns
monticello, AR Friday, October 11, 2013 RIPAnita Riley
Monticello, AR Friday, October 11, 2013 I am so sorry for the loss of TT Annette. The Smith and Vincent families are in my prayers. I love you family.james payne
Dermott, AR Thursday, October 10, 2013 smitty my prayers are with the familyCheri Rash
Wilmar, AR Thursday, October 10, 2013 There are no words to describe how sorry I am for the family. I worked with Mrs. Annette for about 13 years and she was like family to me. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone. God bless and much love to all of you. She will always be in everyone's heart.Jo Ann Trotter
, TX Thursday, October 10, 2013 May God continue to be with my family and comfort my cousins Don, Pat and Aaron and the entire Smith and Vincent family.