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Mattie "Punch" Garrett Smith

Mrs. Mattie “Punch” Garrett Smith, 89, of Brookhaven, went to be with her Lord on March 26, 2020, at her residence.
She was born on September 21, 1930, to the late George Byron Garrett, and Ruby Little Garrett.

Mrs. Mattie was a homemaker, she enjoyed cooking, sewing, spending time with her grandchildren and family and she loved flowers.

Preceding her in death were her parents; her husband, Shelton V. Smith, daughter, Janice Lynn Smith, brothers, Jessie Willard Garrett, George Byron Garrett, Jr. and Joseph E. Garrett.

Those left to cherish her memory are her daughter, Judy Adams and husband, Jimmy, Kathy McGehee and husband, Robert Earl and Debbie Smith.

She is also survived by her 3 grandchildren, Kim Adams Keene and husband Ronnie, Dana McGehee Moak and husband Dwayne, Chae Richardson and wife, Nikki;

7 great-grandchildren, Kaylee Beth Keene, Madison Moak, Brady Richardson, Brooke Richardson, Ty Montague, Derek Keene, and Christian Keene.

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  • Comment Link Lynne Lofton Tuesday, 14 April 2020 17:09 posted by Lynne Lofton

    Kathy, Judy, Kim, and all, we were so sad to hear about your mama’s passing. We know you all loved her (and your daddy) like crazy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Love,

    Lynne and Bill Lofton

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  • Comment Link Holly Kyzar Monday, 30 March 2020 02:13 posted by Holly Kyzar

    So sorry to hear of Mrs. Punch’s passing. Wonderful neighbors for many years. Great memories of her and Mr. Shelton. Praying for you all in the days and months ahead.

    Love, Holly and Nelline

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  • Comment Link Mark Lang Sunday, 29 March 2020 08:34 posted by Mark Lang

    So sorry to hear about Ms Punch. We had lots of good talks and laughs on the porch with her and Mr Shelton. We know she is now back with Mr SV where tomatoes and perch are plentiful!! You all will be in our prayers during this time.

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  • Comment Link Angie Bessonette Friday, 27 March 2020 18:02 posted by Angie Bessonette

    So sorry about Punch. She always brightened my day when I would run across her. She always made me laugh. She will b missed. I will b praying for all of you in this time. Love all of you.

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  • Comment Link W.L. and Donna Cupit Friday, 27 March 2020 10:58 posted by W.L. and Donna Cupit

    We are so sorry to hear about Punch! Sending our deepest sympathies and praying for peace and comfort for the family. We know she is in the arms of the Lord with Shelton by her side. Sending much love to the family.

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  • Comment Link Abby  Bailey Thursday, 26 March 2020 23:26 posted by Abby Bailey

    So sorry for your loss

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  • Comment Link Lavern Wallace Hardin Thursday, 26 March 2020 14:50 posted by Lavern Wallace Hardin

    Judy, Kathy, & Debbie, I’m so sorry about Punch! She is now with your daddy so we know they are happy.
    I will have you in my thought & prayers ! Love you all but you know Kathy was my first Smith love.

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