Obituary
Mrs. Sylvia Ruth Smith of Trumann, AR departed this life Wednesday, April 13, 2022 at the age of 72 years, 6 months and 6 days. She was born on Friday, October 7, 949 in Lake City, AR and lived most of her life in Trumann. She was a retired Care Giver and a member of First Assembly of God Church. Sylvia enjoyed sewing, crafting, going to the beach and spending time with family and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by one brother, Eugene McKinney; one sister, Doris Bailey and her parents, Marion and Goldie Wilson McKinney.
She is survived by her husband of 46 years, Gerald Smith of the home; two sons, Kevin (Krissy) Smith, and Shannon Smith of Trumann; four daughters, Michelle Burks of Harrison, AR, Shawna Brown of Trumann, Jeri Smith of Mooresville, IN, and Stephanie Hardy of Houston, TX; four sisters, Darlene Crabtree of Coleman, TX, Marlene Hale of West Plaines, MO, Melba Wood of Paragould, AR, and Charolet Kinnel of Trumann, AR; four brothers, Doyle McKinney of Rockford, IL, Orland McKinney of Trinidad, TX, James McKinney of Cherokee Village, AR, and William McKinney of Paragould, AR 9 grandchildren, and 9 great-grandchildren.
Visitation will be Monday from 5:00 til 7:00 p.m. at First Assembly of God Church, 27654 W. Main Ext., Trumann, AR.
A Celebration of Life will be Tuesday morning at 10:00 a.m. at First Assembly of God Church with Rev. Kenneth Doke officiating. Burial will follow at Harrisburg Memorial Park Cemetery in Harrisburg, AR
.Active pallbearers will be Tyler Bailey, Wes Osment, Jared Maxwell, Taylor Morgan, Kenny Maxwell, and Junior Adams. Honorary will be Gary Russell, Mike Dungan, Lloyd Inzer and Ron Stockton.
An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.
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"Brother Gerald and family,
Sylivia was a wonderful lady. I was happy to know her. May The Lord bless each one of you with the peace of knowing that she is in the presence of our heavenly father.
God keep you well and blessed
Bo and Diane Chambers
Diane , Trumann April 28, 2022
"So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Charlsie Smith/ Rebecca Smith Craft , McEwen, TNApril 20, 2022
"We are so sorry, prayers. Robert Daphne, And Mildred Ealey.
Robert Ealey, Trumann April 18, 2022
"So sorry for your loss
Mary E Martin, BrowstownApril 17, 2022
"Keith and I are so sorry to hear of the passing of Sylvia. It's never easy loosing a loved one. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Karen Livesay, JonesboroApril 16, 2022
"Sending condolences
Johnnie Mitchusson, Star CityApril 15, 2022
"My deepest condolences and love for Gerald and all her family. It was an honor knowing Sylvia..In my prayers.
April Gregory Wright Adams, Rathdrum, IDApril 15, 2022
"You were like a little sister to me and will be dearly missed.
Jill McKinney, Addison, TXApril 15, 2022
"Rest in Peace and we love you! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Shirley Mckinney, Odessa, TXApril 15, 2022
"I am sorry to hear about Sylvia. I spent so many hours and nights at y'all's house during high school. She always welcomed and took care of us all.
Carin McClung, TrumannApril 15, 2022
"A beautiful soul I was proud to call a sister in law. You will be missed by so many. Condolences to Boog and the family during this time of sorrow and loss.
Sina Whitehead , Sherwood AR April 15, 2022