Loraine “Teany” Smith, 103, of Rocky Mount, NC went home to be with our Lord and Savior peacefully on Saturday, September 15, 2018. Loraine was born February 7, 1915 in Halifax County to Willie Jefferson and Jesse Maude Keeter Smith.
Loraine better known as “Teany” was preceded in death by her parents Willie J. and Jesse Maude Smith, sisters Mildred S. Clay, Grace S. Edwards, Mary S. Hendricks, Gladys A. Sawyer, Pauline S. Aycock and brother Willis J. Smith.
She is survived by one sister Nadine S. Cooke of Greenville, many nieces, nephews and many many friends.
Teany was a long time member of Speights Chapel United Methodist Church, a Sunday School teacher, and Church Treasurer. She was a talented seamstress and a great cook. Beautiful flowers were always a part of her life. Flowers were always in the Church on Sunday mornings, thanks to Teany. She was Faithful to her friends, family and Church always putting others first. Never having children of her own her many nieces and nephews and friends looked to her for her motherly direction. She was a good friend and helper to all who knew her and shared her kindness.
A visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 19, 2018 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 noon at Johnson Funeral Home with the service to follow at 12:00 noon. There will be a private burial at Speights Chapel United Methodist Church Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Johnson Funeral Home Cremation Services, 661 English Road, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.johnsonfuneralsandcremations.com.
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Johnson Funeral Home and Cremation Services
661 English Rd
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 9/19, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
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Wednesday 9/19, 12:00 pm
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I have such fond memories of Aunt Teany, as we called her. When I was a small child, my mother would have her make and or alter some of my clothes. She was a very talented seamstress, and such a sweet lady.
Teeny was a special element to Covenant Homes with her beautiful flowers and all her country specials she shared. She and Pauline were a joy to be around. I have really missed her. She worked hard at whatever she did. Bea Weaver
What a sweet and giving woman! I know she is celebrating with our Lord and Savior!
Aunt Teany was a huge part of my life. She helped my mom raise me to be the strong, independent, and caring woman I am today. She helped my Son as if he was her own.
When I visited my brother at Somerset, I started stopping by to see Teany, who lived across the hall. I always enjoyed our brief visits. Its hard to believe she was 103. I sure will miss her smile. She was a special lady.
I was saddened to hear about Aunt Teanys passing. Ill always remember digging potatoes with her and the two kittens she gave me, as well as, the awesome Brunswick stew she and Mamo made in a black kettle! God blessed her with many wonderful years!