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Katie Nell White Smith

Mrs. Katie Nell White Smith, 89, entered eternity November 26, 2021. She began life’s journey January 27, 1932, in

Brookhaven, MS. Mrs. Katie was born to Everette Leon White and Mary Rebecca Strickland White. After graduation,

she attended Whitworth College. She then began her career as a bookkeeper. Mrs. Katie was an active member of

Mt. Moriah Baptist Church, teaching Sunday School, working in Women’s Missionary Union, and visiting those who were

unable to get out and enjoy life. She enjoyed listening to gospel music and traveling. She was a loving and faithful mother and

grandmother and her most precious treasures were her children and grandchildren. She was a member of the Exchange Club

and the Order of the Eastern Star and will forever be missed by those who knew and loved her.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Bobby Gene Smith; her parents; sister, Juanita Golmon; brothers, Marvin White and

J.R. White; granddaughter, Jenny Rebecca McGuffie; and great granddaughter, Olivia Maxwell Smith.

Those left to cherish her memory are, her son, Billy G. Smith; daughters, Wanza McGuffie, Tabby Reid and husband, Phillip;

brother, Robert Wayne “Bob” White and wife, Dianne; sister, Doris Winborne; sister-in-law, Carolyn White; five grandchildren,

Jason McGuffie and wife, Jessica, Bobby McGuffie and wife, Lindsey, Hunter Smith, Anna Beth Parker and husband, Adrian,

Nick Smith and wife, Sarah; and nine great grandchildren, Zach and Zöe McGuffie,Marleigh Grace McGuffie, Holden, Aiden, and Nolan Parker, Everly Smith,

and Asher and Stanton Newman. She is also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and other loving family members and friends.

Memorials may be made to Blair E. Batson 2500 N State Street, Jackson, MS 39216, St. Jude’s PO Box 1000 Dept 142 Memphis, TN 38148-0142,

or a charity of your choice.

10 comments

  • Comment Link Sheila Massey Sunday, 05 December 2021 18:17 posted by Sheila Massey

    So sorry to hear of my sweet friend passing away. Keeping all of the family in my prayers.

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  • Comment Link mike bowers Thursday, 02 December 2021 06:38 posted by mike bowers

    Wanza,Billy and Tabby your mom will be missed!! Being a devoted christian,we all know where she is---------with our LORD!!!!!!! God bless yall!

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  • Comment Link Debbie Smith Tuesday, 30 November 2021 22:18 posted by Debbie Smith

    Tabby , I’m so sorry about your mom ! I know how hard it is after being a caregiver! I will have you and Billie in my prayers! ????❤️ Debbie

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  • Comment Link Heather Roberson Tuesday, 30 November 2021 19:51 posted by Heather Roberson

    Praying for you Ms. Wanza. We love you.

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  • Comment Link Shasta Williams Tuesday, 30 November 2021 13:59 posted by Shasta Williams

    Wanza and family. I am so sorry to read this she will truly be missed.

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  • Comment Link Terry Walker Monday, 29 November 2021 10:55 posted by Terry Walker

    Sorry to hear of Mrs. Katie’s passing. She was such a sweet lady and always smiling. She will be missed.

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  • Comment Link Margert Thomas Monday, 29 November 2021 07:56 posted by Margert Thomas

    Sorry for your loss. Praying for you in the days to come.

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  • Comment Link Charlene Dunn Sunday, 28 November 2021 17:14 posted by Charlene Dunn

    I’m so sorry to read this! I know y’all will miss her dearly! Will be praying for all of you!
    Sincerely,
    Ronnie & Charlene Dunn

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  • Comment Link Bo Ivy Saturday, 27 November 2021 19:26 posted by Bo Ivy

    Thoughts & Prayers are with you Wanza and the entire family for peace and comfort from Southeast Louisiana.


    Bo & Jolynn Ivy
    Slidell, La.

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  • Comment Link Larry Johnson Saturday, 27 November 2021 19:16 posted by Larry Johnson

    Rest in peace Cuz. Love ya.

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