Our precious mother, sister, and wife Mary Janice “Jan” Smith passed away on Thursday, December 31, 2020 and is missed dearly. No services are planned at this time.
She was born to the late Charles Johnnie Brown and Percy Onita “Skeet” Blanton on February 3, 1943 in Abilene, Texas. She married Joe Lee Smith on June 21, 1961 and remained happily married until her passing. She is survived by her husband Joe of Big Spring Texas, one sister Sherry Ann Durst of Soldier Kansas, sons Kerry of Albuquerque, New Mexico and Brian of McKinney Texas.
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.” – Matthew 11:28-30
Arrangements are under the direction of Nalley-Pickle & Welch Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences can be made at www.npwelch.com