of Arkadelphia, AR
April 30, 1958 - March 24, 2020
Kathy Jean Smith, 61 of Arkadelphia, formerly of Little Rock, AR left her earthly life to begin her eternal life in heaven on March 24th, 2020. Kathy was born in El Dorado, AR on April 30th to Cleveland and Carolyn Smith. Kathy was preceded in death by her father Cleveland, her special friend Gary Egger, her maternal grandparents John and Bernice Crook and her paternal grandparents Orville and Omie Smith. Kathy is survived by her mother Carolyn Smith, her sister Vicki (Smith) Spears, her nephew Jacob Spears (Lindsey) and her great-niece Sutton Spears.
Kathy was born with Down Syndrome, some would call this a disability, but Kathy looked at it as a challenge. She lived a full life with a loving family, many friends, and enjoyed her job at Ouachita Baptist University. Kathy attended First Baptist Church in Arkadelphia and was a longtime member of LifeLine Baptist Church in Little Rock. She was also very proud of her home that she purchased herself.
Kathy loved swimming and was a gold medal winner in several regional and national Special Olympics events. Dancing and bowling were also favorite pass times that she enjoyed with her friends. Kathy never met a stranger and was loved by everyone that knew her.
The family wishes to thank; Group Living, Inc. and the Rainbow Organization both of Arkadelphia, the staff at Hickory Heights Nursing Home in Little Rock, and Baptist Hospice of Little Rock.
Service will be held at 2:00 pm Sunday March, 29th and may be viewed via Pleasant Grove Baptist Church Facebook live stream.
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10 Condolence(s)
Norma Harvey
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Carolyn, so very sorry to hear of Kathy's death.She was a sweet heart. My prayers are with you. Love you.
Tracey Yazza Lineberger
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Kathy was always a delightful person. I’m so glad she was our neighbor growing up.
I’m so happy Kathy is finally home with Jesus.
Carol and Jim Norman
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Carolyn, we are so sorry to hear your precious Kathy has passed. We love you and think of you often. May you be blessed. â¤ï¸
David and Gail Wood
Sunday, March 29, 2020
Carolyn and Family,
We’re sad for your loss and will be praying for you .
Confident that Our Heavenly Father is surrounding you
with His arms of love.
Justin & Kimberly Pate
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Vicki,
We were very sorry to hear of your loss. Lifting you and your family in prayer during this difficult time. We are right next door if you need ANYTHING.
God Bless
Kimberly & Justin
Chuck D.
Saturday, March 28, 2020
I am sorry to hear about your loss. Seeing her simile sure brings back a lot of fond memories when we were younger. Prayers for your family.
Genyth Thomas
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Carolyn, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Your precious daughter, what a tremendous loss to you & your family. I pray that you will be comforted that she is in heaven with her Daddy, & they will are waiting for Mommy, and she is rejoicing in our heavenly fathers arms.
Becky Jo Kerr Green
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Mrs. Carolyn and Vicki I was so sad to see of Kathy's passing. I know she was a friend to all and I know she will be missed by all who had the privilege if meeting her. My prayers and love to you all. Becky Jo
Al and Penny McCone
Saturday, March 28, 2020
With our deepest heartfelt condolences. Wish we could be there. Keeping you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. We love you.
Kaki Hawks
Saturday, March 28, 2020
Carolyn and family...My thoughts and prayers are with you as you lay Kathy to rest. What a beautiful life she led! May your memories of her bring you great joy until you meet again.
Love, Kaki Hawks♥ï¸