of Benton, AR
August 26, 1927 - June 22, 2018
Marjorie Marie Smith received her heavenly body on June 22nd at home surrounded by family. She was born August 26th 1927 in Nashville AR. She was preceded in death by her husband Elmer Eugene (Gene) Smith, her mother Florence Irene Brandon her Father Lyndell Courtney (Dick) Nunn and her three brothers Jack, Clem and Billy Nunn.
She is survived by her proudest achievements one daughter Diann Pitts two sons Stephen Smith Sr his wife Cheryl and Mark Smith his wife Lisa. She was known as Gran-Gran, Granny, Nanny and Neena by her granddaughters Amy, JuliAnn, Sabrina and Brittany and her grandsons Kyle, Stephen Smith JR and Brandon along with five Great Grand Children Kayla, Hannah, Grace, Michael and Corbin.
She lived for God and Family by making sure her children were raised in the church. Highland Heights Baptist where she joined Highland Heights Baptist the first Sunday they had a service as a mission from 1st Baptist in 1955. She served the church by teaching Sunday school working in the nursery, helping providing meals and decorating for various events. She made sure her children were raised in the church.
She was an extraordinary wise woman well beyond her education, and she was a shrewd observer of people. Not only was she a mother to her own children but she exuded a motherly love to anyone she connected with from all walks of life. As a homemaker she was able to focus on her favorite hobbies from cooking, gardening and creating memories by decorating for every Holiday with Christmas being her favorite. She reveled in watching everyone enjoy all of her creations.
Visitation will be Thursday June 28th from 6:00-8:00 pm.
Roller Ballard Funeral Home
306 S Main St
Benton AR 72015
Memorial Service will be 10:00 am Friday June 29th at the Roller Ballard Chapel followed by graveside service at Forrest Hills Cemetery.
The family would like to thank the many home care providers and Arkansas Hospice for showing compassion and creating comfort.
In lieu of flowers for the Recognition of her being a 46 year Breast Cancer Survivor, total of 66 years as a Cancer Survivor, donations could be made to the following:
https://ww5.komen.org/Donate/Donate.html
https://www.cancer.org/
Or in Honor of her Love for Children donations could be made to Saint Jude:
https://www.stjude.org/donate/donate-to-st-jude.html?sc_icid=home-btn-donat
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10 Condolence(s)
Diann Pitts
Thursday, July 5, 2018
Mom, knowing that you are in Heaven helps ease the pain of you being gone. I thank you for the gift of knowing God and His love ..and the love that you gave to us. I love you,Mom. Thank you for the rose.
Karren Nunn
Thursday, June 28, 2018
I have lovely memories of time with Aunt Marjorie, we both shared a love for beautiful dolls and Desert Rose pottery. She was and will always be a wonderful lady with an infectious laugh. Love always
Karren
Vickie Nunn Lee
Wednesday, June 27, 2018
Aunt Marjorie will be missed. My dad's baby sister. Loved coming to your house during my school days and spending a week with you and the cousins. What a strong confident Woman. Love you with my whole heart
Cindy Chandler (Harris)
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Prayers for you Mark and family. Your Mother was a beautiful lady inside and out. I’ll never forget all things she taught me. She is loved greatly and will be missed!
Cindy Chandler (Harris)
Harvey and Renny Hamilton
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Mark and family , she was a wonderful encourager and role model She was truly faithful to God and to her church. She influenced many many lives, including ours. Our memories of her includes the many softball games she brought you to. We miss those years at Highland Heights! We know you will miss her, but we rejoice with you knowing she is not sick anymore. She has just gone on to her heavenly home. We will see her again! We love you!
Scott and Terri Valentine
Tuesday, June 26, 2018
Kyle, we are so sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers for you and your family.
Jeff & Voncille Davis
Monday, June 25, 2018
Mark and Family Members, I'm saddened to learn of your Mom's passing. She was always very sweet to us. You're in our thoughts and prayers. Jeff & Voncille Davis
Francine King
Monday, June 25, 2018
So sorry for your loss, Our family truly understands the sadness of losing our mother. She is free , healthy and home now. I also remember the fun times we had as children when everyone was at the lake in Arkansas. Always remember memories last a lifetime. Love you Aunt Marjorie.
Francine King and family
Brent Nunn , Ginger Nunn and bruce Nunn
Monday, June 25, 2018
Aunt Marjorie , i have many many fond childhood memories of us all . I used to love to come and visit . I will always love you and will never forget the love and kindness you gave to us all . please say hello to my mom and dad and the rest of the pack in heaven for me .God has a great new angle . Mark God Bless you all .
Mark Smith
Monday, June 25, 2018
I will meet you at the gate Mom!! You made me what I am today and I will never forget!