She was born in Franklin County on January 23, 1943 to the late M. Welford Kiser and Callie Voss Kiser. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband J. Cecil Smith; brothers, W. Zane Kiser and Mickey D. Kiser; step-daughter Barbara Nelson.
She is survived by her husband, Rayford B. Smith; sons, Michael Edmonds (Tiffany) and Duane Edmonds; daughter Michelle Edmonds; grandchildren, Zane and Grace Edmonds; brother Eddy (Mary) Kiser. She is also survived by three stepdaughters, Dr. Karla Diehl, Mrs. Jill Bell and Helen Carter; stepson, James L. Smith and their families.
She was a graduate of Franklin County High School and retired from Dupont after 32 years of service. After her retirement she was a long-time volunteer with the American Red Cross and was an active member of Pleasant Grove Christian Church and after her marriage in Broad Street Christian Church.
A private graveside service will be held at Pleasant Grove Christian Church Cemetery on April, 28, 2020, conducted by Rev. Keith Spangenburg.
A memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to Broad Street Christian Church, 106 Broad Street, Martinsville Va. 24112.
