Rosie Lee Smith
July 1, 1931 - May 23, 2013
Rosie L. Smith 81, of Peoria went to be with the Lord on Thursday May 23, 2013 at 9:15 p.m. at Methodist Medical Center surrounded by her family and friends. She was born July 1, 1931 in Tchula MS, to the late Prince and Alma Smith. Rosie was a charter member of St. Luke Missionary Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and was a member of the Mother’s Board. She enjoyed cooking, singing, and she loved her church. She leaves to cherish her precious memories: 1 son: Jimmy Smith Sr. of Peoria, 2 daughters: Mary Smith and Heidi Jones of Peoria, 2 sisters: Ludella McCullough of Belzoni MS, and Lucille Woods of Peoria, special granddaughter Tammy Alexander-Smith along with 23 other grandchildren, and 38 great grandchildren and 9 great great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and many friends who loved and adored her. She was preceded in death by 4 children. Services will be held at Prince of Peace MB Church on Monday June 3, 2013 at 11:00 a.m. with visitation commencing one hour prior at 10:00 a.m. Rev William O. Sturdivant will be officiating. Rev Simon Holly will be the host pastor. Lutheran Cemetery will be her final resting place. The family has chosen T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel to handle the final arrangements of their love one. To express condolences online please visit www.twparkschapel.com
Rosie L. Smith 81, of Peoria went to be with the Lord on Thursday May 23, 2013 at 9:15 p.m. at Methodist Medical Center surrounded by her family and friends. She was born July 1, 1931 in Tchula MS, to the late Prince and Alma Smith. Rosie was... View Obituary & Service Information