Edna Rebecca Smith

Edna Rebecca Smith, 94, of Conroe passed away peacefully on July 13th, with her son, daughter and a loving nurse by her side. Known to most as Rebecca, she loved her family, and her greatest desires included spending time with them. She was a homemaker most of her adult life.

Rebecca was born in Goose Creek, Texas on March 23, 1931, to William Vernon “Rusty” Walters and Ima Jewel Reaves Walters. She was married to Lonnie Smith for almost 54 years. She lived in the Conroe area for most of her life.

Rebecca was a member of First Baptist Church of Groceville for many years and attended faithfully until she was no longer able to do so.

She was preceded in death by her parents, sister (Dorothy Mae Walters), husband and daughter (Wanda Ferguson). Survivors include son, Larry Smith (Deanna), son Reggie Smith (Julie), and daughter Paula Mansker (Bobby). She is also survived by grandchildren, Shawn Fontenot (Keith), Brandon Smith (Caroline), Kristen McCauley (John), Ryan Smith (Stephanie), Jeremy Smith (Leslie), Bryson Mansker and Brenan Mansker. Seven great-grandchildren also survive.

Family visitation will be at noon followed by friends at 1pm on Thursday, July 17, 2025 at Cashner Funeral Home, 801 Teas Road, Conroe, Texas. The funeral service is scheduled for 2pm with Dr. Reggie Smith officiating. A graveside service will be held immediately afterward at Garden Park Cemetery.