Retha Nell Smith, age 71, of Kennard passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020 at her residence. She was born March, 13, 1949 in Lufkin to parents, John Turner and Betty Smith Turner. Retha was a hairdresser for many years working at the nursing homes where everyone loved her. After her cancer diagnosis, she became an active member of the Cancer Support Group of Houston County. Retha loved her family with all her heart and was a wonderful friend to many people. She was a member Tabernacle of Praise in Kennard.Retha is survived by husband of 54 years, Glenn Smith of Kennard; children, Richard Smith of Crockett, Stephanie Klein and husband, Roy of San Antonio, Clayton Smith of Crockett; grandchildren, Joshua and Neely Rawls of Livingston, Makayla Smith of Crockett, McKenzie Smith of Grapeland, Andrew Klein of Camp Pendleton, CA, Caleb Klein of San Antonio, Nolan Klein of San Antonio, Karli Klein of San Antonio; great-grandchildren, Jeb Oliver Rawls of Livingston; brother, John Turner of Huntsville; sister, Wanna Johnson and husband, Dennis of Huntsville; numerous other loving relatives. She is preceded in death by parents, John and Betty Sue Turner; father-in-law and mother-in-law, H. O. and Mattie Smith.Funeral services for Retha Nell Smith will be held at 2:00 p.m. Saturday, September 12, 2020 in the Callaway-Allee Memorial Chapel with Bro. Keith Smith, Bro. Terry Gibson and Bro. John Robert Smith officiating. Interment will follow at the Evergreen Memorial Park. Visitation will be Friday evening from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Callaway-Allee Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Cancer Support Group of Houston County, 192, Coral Gables, Trinity, TX 75862.Online condolences may be made at www.callawayallee.com
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My heart is breaking for this wonderful woman. Not only was she my cousin she was like a sister to me. I’ll miss our talks and our little secrets. Everyone that had the privilege knowing her will tell you how sweet and kind she was. Her smile was infectious. She had a great love for her husband and so very proud of all her children and grandchildren. She has numerous friends and loved everyone. I’ll miss my sweet Retha Nell.
Clayton so sorry to hear this. May God wrap his arms around you and your family during this time. Have many memories of your mom
Clayton, sending my thoughts and prayers to you and your family. She was a very special lady. God Bless ❤
Clayton , I’m sending you and the family my prayers