Thelma C. Smith was born in Lacey, Arkansas on September 8, 1924 to Calvin Wilson and Velma Ingram. Thelma came to Portland, Oregon in 1948 to work in the shipyard. In 1949 she married John Smith.
Thelma was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. She was a past Matron of Electa Chapter #5. She was also a member of the Golden Circle, a past Local Lady Ruler, sang in the Insperital Choir, and was in the mission. She was a very kind and quiet person and would help anyone in need. Thelma saw good in everyone.
Though Sister Smith became ill in March of 2021 she still continued to do things that she loved doing. She departed this life on Saturday afternoon, November 27, 2021.
Thelma leaves to mourn her passing: her Goddaughter, Gloria Brown; and grandsons, Jonathan Morse, Randall Morse and Clayton Brown; all of Portland, Oregon.
The bereaved family thanks each and every one, the words of condolences, cards and telephone calls made during their time in need.