Artha Jean Griswold Smith, 81, of Beaumont, passed away Tuesday June 23 2020 in Beaumont.
Artha was born September 25, 1938, in Port Arthur, TX to Lydia Wilson and Arthur James Griswold. She is a retired Beaumont ISD teacher, having taught science and special education. She was also active in TSTA and in SPCTA and BTA during her teaching years. Following retirement, she worked at DARS Blind Services (formerly TX Commission for the Blind) as a reader for IL Caseworker Edna Osborne for many years. She also served in various volunteer capacities at her church, First Christian Church, in Beaumont.
Artha was preceded in death by her father Jim Griswold, her brother Billy Joe Griswold, her mother Lydia Neuville, and her beloved husband of 50 years Gilbert Gerald Smith. She is survived by her daughter Leslie C. Smith of Beaumont, several cousins, and numerous friends.