of Maryville, TN
July 10, 1940 - May 25, 2022
Betty McNew Smith, 81, of Senatobia, MS, passed away Wednesday, May 25, 2022. She was born July 10, 1940 in Senath, MO. She married Wayne Smith in 1960 and lived in Memphis, TN and Senatobia, MS. She was a member of St. Gregory the Great Parish in Senatobia, MS and worked at Smith & Nephew Orthopedics until retirement. She loved music and was a member of the Memphis Symphony Chorus for many years. She also loved birdwatching, gardening, traveling and visiting the Smoky Mountains.
She was proceeded in death by her parents, Lloyd and Irene McNew; sister, JoAnn Gentry; brother, Rondall Paul McNew; husband, Wayne Smith and a son, Timothy Smith. She is survived by her sons, Preston (Mia), Jason (Suzanne) and Brian (Alisha); 11 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild.
On Wednesday, June 1st, a rosary will begin at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church in West Memphis. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 and the Rite of Committal and burial will follow at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, AR.
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis has charge of the arrangements.
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5 Condolence(s)
Jane Bratton
Wednesday, June 8, 2022
Brian, Jason, Preston, I really enjoyed knowing your Mom. She was a wonderful co-worker at Smith & Nephew and friend (especially in IAAP), and former neighbor. Betty Smith made a positive difference in this world. I look forward to seeing her again in heaven. ... jane b
Haley Gentry
Wednesday, June 1, 2022
Aunt Betty was wonderful, loving, and kind lady. I love you all so much and miss you all! My deepest sympathy. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Angie Smith
Saturday, May 28, 2022
Preston, Jason and Brian, I can’t tell you how sorry I am about your mom. I know how it was with my momma. Knowing that she is not suffering anymore is a blessing. Aunt Betty can be herself again. I can hear her laugh. It was such a wonderful laugh. I remember lots of good times we all had together. Going to grandmas and grandpa’s house. Seeing you all at your house. The vacation trips we took. You all coming to visit us. Now your mom and dad are reunited along with other family. I can just imagine the peace they all are having. Keep her in your heart and mind. Life goes on but the love is always there too. Always loved but never forgotten. Love you all so much. We are cousins forever. Always family. â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Shirley Byrd
Thursday, May 26, 2022
Betty was a beautiful lady inside and out. She was fun an we enjoyed some good times together ⤠My deepest sympathy and prayers ðŸ™for all the family.
Jeannine Blackwell
Thursday, May 26, 2022
My heartfelt sorry to you boys and family. She was a good friend.