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Mary Margaret Ratliff Smith

Services for Mrs. Mary Margaret Ratliff Smith are 1:00 pm on Monday, November 23, 2020,

at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church with visitation from 11:00 until the time of the service with burial at St Francis Cemetery.

 

Mrs. Smith passed away on November 19, 2020, at her home after a brief illness. She was born on August 11, 1951,

to Norman A. “Buddy” Ratliff and Mary Getwan Ratliff. She worked with the Brookhaven School system for 25 years.

She was a lifetime member of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church for all her life. She taught CCD classes and

was a member of several prayer groups. She participated in the Eucharistic Ministry for many years. She enjoyed playing Bunko with her group, watching Jeopardy,

gardening, painting, and she was an avid reader, and loved most of all, spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Preceding her in death were her father, and brother, David Ratliff.

Those left to cherish her memory are her husband of 34 years, Danny G. Smith; mother, Mary Getwan Ratliff;

sons, Matt Jackson and wife, Amy, Chad Smith and wife, Leslie, Craig Smith and wife Kathy and daughter, Paige Jackson.

She is also survived by her brother Norman Ratliff and sister, Jane Smith and husband, Doug and sister-in-law, Michele Ratliff;

7 grandchildren, Mary Parker Brister, Kathleen Jackson, Henley Jackson, Evan Smith, Mollie Howard, Bennett Smith, and Celia Smith

and 5 great-grandchildren, Jackson Brister, Lennie Smith and Gracie Howard, Dalton Howard, and one on the way.

28 comments

  • Comment Link Kimberli Angelita Mitchell Wednesday, 25 November 2020 08:57 posted by Kimberli Angelita Mitchell

    My thoughts and prayers are with you Ms. Paige and your entire family.
    So heartbreaking and I know she will be so missed by so many family members and friends.
    My Deepest sympathies,
    Kimberli Mitchell and Mikwan Taylor

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  • Comment Link Tim Posey Tuesday, 24 November 2020 22:22 posted by Tim Posey

    Wow, I had no idea. I knew Margaret all my life, she was a sweet soul! God be with her family.

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  • Comment Link Barbara Case Tuesday, 24 November 2020 11:40 posted by Barbara Case

    My deepest condolences to the family of Margaret's passing. For her devotion
    To her family was outstanding. For you my dearest Paige, my prayers are with you in this difficult time. I know you will hold the family together. May God hold you all in his comforting arms.

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  • Comment Link Ruby Midkiff Monday, 23 November 2020 12:27 posted by Ruby Midkiff

    Danny,
    We know your heart is aching. We are praying for you and the whole family. We are here when you need us. Love,
    Louis and Ruby

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  • Comment Link Barbara DAvis Monday, 23 November 2020 09:51 posted by Barbara DAvis

    I was so saddened to hear of Margaret's passing. What a sweet, fun-loving spirit. My thoughts and prayers are with the family today as they lay her to rest and in the days to come. Much love and many hugs to each of you.

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  • Comment Link John C. Robinson Monday, 23 November 2020 08:23 posted by John C. Robinson

    Condolences to the Smith/Ratliff families.

    John Robinson and family

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  • Comment Link Martha Morgan Sunday, 22 November 2020 21:29 posted by Martha Morgan

    Am so very very sorry for your loss. She was a lovely & kind woman.. Danny, Mary, Norman, Jane and FAMILY, I can hardly imagine the depth of your loss.

    Much love and prayers,
    (She looks so much like Mary)

    Martha East Morgan

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  • Comment Link Bettie Hatcher Cox Sunday, 22 November 2020 12:47 posted by Bettie Hatcher Cox

    Sending much caring love and hugs to the Ratliff and Smith family...I will be thinking of you especially tomorrow as you gather in the St. Francis cemetery where my parents and so many other family members are at peace. Take care of each other, Bettie Hatcher Cox and all the family

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  • Comment Link Debra Hyde Sunday, 22 November 2020 08:27 posted by Debra Hyde

    So sorry for this families lost. I know she was a wonderful daughter,mother,sister,wife,grandmother ,great grandmother. She and her family are some of the best people I know... and she will be greatly missed by all. Prayers for all the family

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  • Comment Link Kathie Benge Chute Sunday, 22 November 2020 07:37 posted by Kathie Benge Chute

    I'm so sorry to hear about Margaret. We were good friends in high school, and I knew her to be kind, considerate, always even tempered and a lot of fun. She made the world a better place. So sorry for your loss!

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  • Comment Link Jennifer and Chad Townsend Saturday, 21 November 2020 17:31 posted by Jennifer and Chad Townsend

    This entire family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We will miss Mrs. Margaret’s warm smile and loving spirit. She brought so much life to our St. Francis Parish over the years. We love you all so much!

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  • Comment Link Dr. Janet White-Mountain Saturday, 21 November 2020 14:06 posted by Dr. Janet White-Mountain

    Prayers for your family. May you find comfort in the memories you have of Margaret who was a wonderful person.

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  • Comment Link Sheila Day Saturday, 21 November 2020 13:39 posted by Sheila Day

    So sad to hear Margaret wants such an sweet and precious person She loved everyone and will be missed by so many especially all of us that graduated with her. Prayers for all the family.

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  • Comment Link Mike and Sue Serio Saturday, 21 November 2020 13:35 posted by Mike and Sue Serio

    Sorry for your loss. The family is in our prayers and thoughts. She was always a loving, caring and sweet friend. May God comfort strengthen and give you peace to the family.
    Love
    Mike and Sue

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  • Comment Link Trudy Dawkins Saturday, 21 November 2020 13:27 posted by Trudy Dawkins

    Such sweet memories of one of the sweetest ladies I have ever known... always sharing her smile and hugs. I will be praying for you all now and in the days to come.

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  • Comment Link Barry Newell Saturday, 21 November 2020 10:10 posted by Barry Newell

    Mary, Danny & Family:
    So sorry to hear of Margaret's passing.
    May God's peace and comfort be with
    you at this time and in the days to come.
    Barry Newell

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  • Comment Link Gayle and Frank Saturday, 21 November 2020 09:52 posted by Gayle and Frank

    Danny
    So very sorry for your loss.
    Love you

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  • Comment Link Jan Terry Day Friday, 20 November 2020 21:30 posted by Jan Terry Day

    My deepest sympathy goes out to a family very special to my heart in the loss of of their loved one and my friend of many years.

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  • Comment Link Phyllis Bonfiglio-Hobbs Friday, 20 November 2020 20:49 posted by Phyllis Bonfiglio-Hobbs

    You will be greatly missed dear friend❤️❤️❤️
    Love,
    Phyllis

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  • Comment Link Renee Allen Friday, 20 November 2020 19:04 posted by Renee Allen

    Graduated with Margaret. She was a lovely gal. So sorry to hear about this. Prayers for the family.

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  • Comment Link Lewis Kalil Friday, 20 November 2020 19:03 posted by Lewis Kalil

    I remember Mary from St Francis Catholic School, she was always kind and friendly. Mary’s brother David and I were in the same grade. Loved the Ratliff family. They always made everyone feel wanted and special. So sorry for your loss.
    Love to all.

    Lewis Kalil

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  • Comment Link Dianne Altman Friday, 20 November 2020 19:00 posted by Dianne Altman

    So sorry for the loss of Margaret. Prayers for comfort, strength, and healing for the coming days. Norman and Jane and for your sweet Mama, I will be praying especially for you all at this difficult time.

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  • Comment Link Angie Spencer Friday, 20 November 2020 18:26 posted by Angie Spencer

    My heart is so broken and sad! I am SO SORRY FOR ALL OF YOU LEFT BEHIND! I know how you feel Norman, Michelle, Paige, Matt and Jane!! ??
    For Ms Mary and Danny I can’t imagine your grief... but I KNOW WHO CAN! And HE IS WHO I’M CALLING ON TO HOLD ALL OF YOU UP!! PRAISE GOD- THIS AINT THE END OF THE STORY!!! ❤️?
    Love and Prayers for you ALL! ??

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  • Comment Link Viva McGowen Friday, 20 November 2020 17:47 posted by Viva McGowen

    I am so very sorry for the loss of such a beautiful sweet person. She touched many lives. My thoughts and prayer are with all of you! I love each of you and if I can do anything don’t hesitate to ask.

    Love and prayers
    Viva McGowen

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  • Comment Link Sandra Rushing Friday, 20 November 2020 17:46 posted by Sandra Rushing

    I can’t believe it! I thought she was doing so well. I hadn’t checked on her in a few weeks, I feel so bad about not doing it. I’m so so sorry. I’ve loved her and the whole family for a long time. ????

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  • Comment Link Brenda Williams Friday, 20 November 2020 17:21 posted by Brenda Williams

    So Sorry. Can not believe this. She will be missed. Prayers for all of you. Deepest Sympathy ??????❤️?

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  • Comment Link Bo Ivy Friday, 20 November 2020 17:19 posted by Bo Ivy

    Thoughts & Prayers are with you Ms. Mary & Norman and the entire Ratliff/Smith Families.
    Long time Family Friend.

    Bo Ivy
    Slidell,La.

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  • Comment Link Lucy Goodson Friday, 20 November 2020 16:57 posted by Lucy Goodson

    My heart is breaking reading this. She was such a precious friend. Please know I will be praying for you all.

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