of Key West, FL
March 19, 1930 - October 7, 2020
Eileen Smiley, 90, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, great aunt, and friend to so many people, went to her heavenly home on October 7, 2020. Eileen was born March 19, 1930 to Olen McKinley and Essie Viola (Parks) McCormac, in Dennard Arkansas.
Eileen was predeceased by her beloved husband, Loyal Smiley, and son, John Franklin Smiley, sisters; Wanda June, Mary Jane (Bob) Dulaney, brothers, Raymond Jackson (Jack); Dorris (Dick) Morris, and Carl Dean (Charlie) McCormac.
Eileen is survived by daughter, Catherine Smiley (Walter Shurtenburger) of Key West Florida, granddaughter, Camille Smiley (Adam Bernbach) of Washington, DC, grandson, Daniel Smiley (Rachael Schaffner) of Fayetteville, AR, sisters; Sally Workman of Richardson, TX, and Ruth Bruce of Alread, Arkansas, sisters in law; Gloria McCormac of Sacramento CA, Carrol McCormac of Clinton, AR. She will be greatly missed by her numerous nieces and nephews and grandnieces and nephews and a host of relatives and friends.
Eileen graduated form Clinton High School in and attended Arkansas Tech. She met the love of her life, Loyal Smiley in Dennard and they married in 1951. Eileen retired from Clinton State Bank. Eileen was trustworthy, a wonderful cook, gardener, and avid birdwatcher. She loved her family and home more than anything. We are so blessed to have had her here on earth for 90 wonderful years.
Services are Roller McNutt Funeral Home, Clinton Arkansas.
Visitation is at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 from 6 pm to 8 pm and funeral services will be on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 2 pm at the funeral home.
We are complying with the Arkansas Department of Health guidelines and limiting indoor funeral and visitation attendance to 66 percent of facility capacity at one time. All attendees must provide and wear their own masks before entering
In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to Alzheimer's Research at
Mayo Clinic Research
Department of Development
200 1st SW
Rochester, MN 59906
Or at www.mayoclinic.org
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19 Condolence(s)
Cheryl McCormac Baker
Thursday, October 29, 2020
Aunt Eileen was such a wonderful aunt. She and Uncle Loyal were such a big part of our lives growing up and continued to be so in the years to come. We will all miss her so much. We are very happy to have the memories of our times together with all the family. And to Cathy: we're here for you all the time. We love you.
Karla Smith Elliott
Thursday, October 15, 2020
Prayers and love sent to the family.
Reba Bonds Rooney
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
So sorry to hear very nice lady she was my neighbor through the woods prayers
Laura Grimes
Wednesday, October 14, 2020
I was so sorry to hear about your loss. Eileen was a sweet lady. My prayers to you all. God Bless You All.
Lisa Kuykendall
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
I worked with Eileen for many years at Clinton State Bank. Once, I told her I couldn't wait until I got to go to a certain concert that was about 3 months away. She told me not to "wish my life away". Words of wisdom I've thought about many times. She was a sweet lady.
Roberta Meeks
Tuesday, October 13, 2020
She was a wonderful aunt and friend. I loved her dearly and will always remember the wonderful times shared with her.
Stephanie Lawrence
Monday, October 12, 2020
Dear Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Miss Eileen's passing. I was blessed to get to work for her at Clinton State Bank. I started teaching and she would always allow me to work on my breaks and in the Summer. She taught me so much during that time. Eileen was kind and had so much patience. She was one whose laughs could bring the room alive especially during 1st of the months.... I will miss her sweet smile and kind heart. The world could use a few more Mrs. Smiley's.
Madeline Green
Monday, October 12, 2020
A beautiful lady inside and out. She was a wonderful aunt and friend. I loved her and will miss her so very much.
Rebecca Hough
Sunday, October 11, 2020
Great Lady. I Loved her.
Theresa Parish Roberson
Sunday, October 11, 2020
I truly cherish the years that I worked at CSB with this sweet lady. I was so nervous as that was my first job after graduating and I’ll never forget her sweet kindness to me. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. â¤ï¸
Laudell Massengill
Sunday, October 11, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. Mrs. Smiley was such a sweet person and always seemed so calm. Mr. Smiley was my favorite teacher and they made a great couple.
Sammy and Rita Collums
Sunday, October 11, 2020
Eileen was such a nice and friendly person. Prayers for the family.
Elaine McSherry Blair
Sunday, October 11, 2020
So sorry to hear that Eileen passed away. Such a sweet lady who was always so kind at the bank.
Kenny Whillock
Sunday, October 11, 2020
A fine lady and friend. We had many conversations, both in person and on the telephone. She was so proud of her two children, she would keep me up to date on what they were doing. Loyal was first an excellent teacher that took a few of us lackadaisical students under his wing and made us write the biology textbook while he was running his bus route. He too became a good friend. They both helped many people and encouraged success. They will be fondly remembered and missed. They both earned their rest.
Toney and Sallie Parish
Sunday, October 11, 2020
Eileen was always so sweet to us and I know she will be missed by all your family!
Jo Nell Warren
Sunday, October 11, 2020
We loved Eileen and Loyal Smiley. They have an important part in our memories and history. Thoughts and prayers to Eileen’s family.
Don and Jo Nell Warren
Carol Corning
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Eileen was a great co-worker with a generous spirit and a heartfelt laugh. I enjoyed knowing her. She was alway enjoyable to be around and work with at CSB. My sincere sympathy to her family and loved ones.
Wesley and Loretta Smith
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Sorry to hear this. I got to know Eileen when Loyal Smiley, "Mr Smiley" taught school in Leslie. Good folks.
Debbie whillock
Saturday, October 10, 2020
Eileen was such a quiet, sweet person who I will always remember with fondness. Every year Mr. Smiley would drop a check off to me for Friends of Special People and after Mr. Smiley died, she continued by mailing us a check every year. They helped a lot of children over the years with their generosity. They were both very special people and will always be remembered. My prayers are with the family.