Psalm 23:4 says, “Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me.” On September 6, 2023, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and aunt, Wanda Mae Smith left this earth and entered heaven to be with Jesus. She conquered the dark valley of a short illness with bravery through her strong faith in the Lord.
Wanda, 88, was born in Orangeburg, SC on March 20, 1935 to the late Mary Agnes and Lester Hay. She was a graduate of North High School.
Wanda is survived by her daughter; Pattie Strickland Bonnette of West Columbia, SC; granddaughter, Kristin (Michael) Puckett of Gilbert, SC; great-grandchildren, Chloe Menefee of West Columbia, SC, Catherine and Michael Puckett of Gilbert, SC; nephews, Zane (Kim) Reed, Dave Reed, Melvin (Barbara) Hayden; nieces, Cheri and Latisha Hayden; brother-in-law, Walter Sligh and dear friends, Peggy Kinsey, Lindsey Reed, Derryl Bryant, and Lucy.
She is predeceased by her sister, Kitty Reed Sligh; brothers, Ray (Lee) Hay, Perry (Lucille) Hayden, and niece, Murial Hay Keen.
Wanda will be remembered for her love for her family and friends; her affection for talking, socializing, and keeping up to date on everything going on with the family; her willingness to help other; providing encouragement and advice, and her love for the Lord.
A visitation will be held for Wanda on Saturday, September 9, 2023 from 11:00 AM from 12:30 PM at Caughman-Harman Funeral Home, Lexington Chapel located at 503 North Lake Drive, Lexington, SC 29072 followed by a 1:00 PM graveside service at Celestial Memorial Gardens, 3111 Delree Street, West Columbia, SC 29170.
A special thanks to the nursing staff and doctors at Lexington Medical Center, Agape Care, and the employees of Springdale, SC Town Hall for their compassionate care.
Memorials may be made to the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, 2101 Rexford Rd #165W, Charlotte, NC 28211, https://www.stjude.org/
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.caughmanlexington.com for the Smith family.
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital2101 Rexford Rd #165W, Charlotte, North Carolina 28211
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