Nancy Inez Smith of Hagansport, Texas, passed away at her home on February 28, 2025. She was born in Deport, Texas, on February 11, 1945, to Leonard “Freck” and Foy (Smith) Gieger, who preceded her in death. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Jerry Smith; her sister, Addie Ruth Goodwin; her granddaughter, Kassie Cervantez, and her great nephew, Trenton Ross. Nancy married Jerry Thurman Smith on December 29, 1979, and were married for 44 years.
Nancy is survived by six children, Donya Barker and Rusty of Hagansport, Texas, Stacey Tenery and Jimmy Ball (Mom’s “bestie”) of Mount Vernon, Texas, Julie Williams of Sulphur Springs, Texas, Jerry Smith, Jr., and Anita of Gilmer, Texas, Scott Smith and Deanna of Mineola, Texas, and Susan Lee and Dewayne of Pittsburg, Texas.
14 grandchildren, Dustin Ebarb, Clayton Tenery and Kara, Colton Tenery and Chelsea, Jonathan Barker and Shala, Blake Barker and Erica, Christopher Barker, David Cervantez, Jerry Wayne Smith, Rachel Marie Molesworth and Scott, Sarah Graves and Jason, Erica Spear and Dylan, Victoria Lee, and Brunson Lee.
14 great grandchildren, Colby Barker, Brixton Barker, Darcie Barker, Marlee Cervantez, Mikah Barker, Daniel Barker, Chevy Barker, Daniel Graves, Aven and Parker Molesworth, Ty Grigsby, Camryn and Korbyn Spear.
She is also survived by nieces, Shannon Davis and Kevin, and Lexey Sparks and Chris; great nieces, Lacey Works and Chris, Alana Goodwin and Kristin Barker, and great nephews, Jason Davis and Jared Davis.
She loved her children fiercely and doted on her grandchildren and great grandchildren. They could do no wrong in her eyes. She was known as “Grandmomma” to all, and even allowed little Brixton to call her “Grandma” and never said a word otherwise.
She retired from Northeast Texas Community College where she taught nursing for over 18 years. Prior to that she had worked at Titus Regional Medical Center as Director of the Emergency Room for many years. She was known as Nancy Nurse to many coworkers, physicians, family, and friends.
Nancy loved to read, and you dare not try to carry on a conversation while she was in the middle of a good book. She read her Bible and devotional every day. She was a proud supporter of the Mount Vernon High School Athletics. Up until Jerry became ill, they went to many volleyball and basketball games. Oftentimes, they were some of the first fans in the bleachers.
She was a 1963 graduate of Mount Vernon High School. She attended most of the reunions and still kept in touch with many of her classmates.
She was a faithful member of Mount Olive Baptist Church in Hagansport where she played the piano and organ.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Chambers Hospice for the exceptional care and compassion they provided to their mother during this difficult time.
Visitation will be on Sunday, March 2, 2025, from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Sam B. Harvey Funeral Home and the Funeral Service will be on Monday, March 3, 2025, at Sam B. Harvey Funeral Home at 2:00 p.m. with Randy Sinclair, Jimmy Rogers, and Mary Morgan officiating. Pallbearers will be Dustin Ebarb, Clayton Tenery, Colton Tenery, Jonathan Barker, Christopher Barker, Blake Barker, David Cervantez, Christopher Works, Jason Davis, and Jared Davis.
