Mrs. Kelcy Mae Smith's Obituary
Kelcy Mae Smith, a cherished pillar of the Hamilton Park community and a beacon of faith and family, passed away peacefully surrounded by her older sister, loving caregivers and family. Born in Pollard, Texas, to Kelcy and Ollie Williams, Kelcy's life was a testament to her unwavering faith and her commitment to serving those around her.
A proud graduate of Emmett Scott High School, Kelcy's journey led her to Tyler, Texas, where she honed her skills in tailoring. It was fate that brought her and Curtis Smith together, and their union was one of love, partnership, and loyalty. They were united in holy matrimony on June 6, 1947. The couple's love blossomed into a family with the birth of their two daughters, marking the beginning of many joyous years filled with love and laughter.
Kelcy's dedication to her community was unmatched. As a long-standing member of the Hamilton Park United Methodist Church, she served with grace and humility, touching lives through her involvement in various ministries and her legendary culinary talents. She was the classroom mother of her daughters and was also a pillar of support for them, as she never missed a football game where they were band majorettes.
Her commitment to service extended to her professional life, where she retired from both the Richardson Independent School District and Texas Instruments, leaving behind a legacy of hard work and dedication.
A queen in her own right, Kelcy was celebrated for her contributions to the church and community, earning her the affectionate title of ‘Queen’ at Hamilton Park UMC in 2012. She and her husband Curtis were recognized as a Dallas County power couple, a testament to their influence and the love they shared for each other and for those around them.
Kelcy had many passions in her life and did not limit herself to doing just one thing. She loved traveling, gardening, fishing, sewing, quilting, playing dominos, word puzzles, and wearing high fashion with matching hats. Kelcy took tender care of her farm animals and dogs over the years. She loved to cook and bake homemade cuisine that was second to none. Her cakes, pies, cookies, biscuits, cinnamon rolls, tea cakes, waffles and pancakes will forever be remembered.
Kelcy was truly one of a kind, and her memory will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing her. As we say goodbye to this remarkable woman, we take comfort in knowing that her spirit lives on in the countless lives she touched.
Kelcy was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Curtis Smith; and brother, Joe Fields.
Kelcy's legacy lives on through her sisters, Ruby Lee Session and Patricia Lions (Humberto Aleman); daughters, Curtis Marie Bass and Melbra Lynn Garvey; granddaughter, Kristia Ju-Vonne Garvey; grandsons, Christopher Earl Thomas (Anne), Gerald Jerome Shelton (Emma), George R. Bass Jr. and Curtis Desmond George Bass (Rebecca); ten great-grandchildren, Taylor Thomas, Kylee Shelton, Jayson Thomas, Aven Shelton, Nicholas Thomas, Sydney Thomas, Jolee Shelton, Skylar Bass, Titus Bass, and Sophia Shelton. She also leaves a host of caregivers, earth angels, grand nieces, grand nephews, cousins, extended family members, and friends to mourn her passing.
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