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Jacquelyn SMILEY Obituary

SMILEY, Jacquelyn Jacquelyn "Jackie" Moore Smiley 1926 - 2016 Loving mother and sister, Jacquelyn Smiley passed away peacefully on January 15, 2016. Jackie was born in Plymouth, Indiana and resided in many different cities throughout her life, including Hong Kong. She was a resident of the Atlanta area for more than 50 years. Jackie is survived by her daughters, Deborah Pulley (Don) and Patricia Reichling (John), her sister Elizabeth Williams, and five grandchildren: Christopher Pulley, Michelle Goode (Derrick), Kevin Reichling (Elizabeth), Lauren Reichling, and Justin Reichling. Jackie was known as "Great-Grammy" to her two great-grandchildren, Tyler and Ayden. Jackie was preceded in death by her daughter Kathleen Smiley. Jackie enjoyed singing with the Oak Grove United Methodist Church Choir and Decatur Civic Chorus. Some of her most notable accomplishments include competing in the Miss Senior Georgia pageant, as well as staring in multiple community theater performances and operas. She was passionate about hosting dinner parties, tending to her hydrangea garden, spending time with her family, and collecting Coca-Cola memorabilia. Her career included time at Detroit Edison, Emory University, and Coca-Cola. At Jackie's request, no funeral service will be held and she asked that everyone spend time celebrating her life and good memories they shared.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Jan. 17, 2016.

Memories and Condolences
for Jacquelyn SMILEY

12 Entries

Ruth Cox

March 25, 2016

I will always think of beautiful hydrangeas when I think of your Mom-and her hosting Midwifery workshops too! Love, Ruth

Bucky, Trish and Paul Reichling

January 20, 2016

Our prayers are with you and your family.

Ann D'Agostino

January 19, 2016

Your Mom and I competed in the Ms Senior Georgia Pageant together. She was such a sweet lady. I'm so glad I got to entertain later with her at some of our Dazzlin' Dames assignments. She was a gracious and kind lady. I'm so glad I got to know her. My condolences to all of you.

Dawn and Tom Rouse

January 19, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of Jackie's passing. She was "one of a kind" and always there for you as a good friend. Jackie will be missed by her family and many friends. We pass our condolences to Debbie and Tricia and all of the family. Sincerely, Dawn and Tom Rouse.

Edna Monds

January 19, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with you. I enjoyed singing in the Decatur Civic Chorus with Jackie. She was a delightful person. I know she will be greatly missed.

Edna Monds

Steve Moore

January 18, 2016

Sorry to hear of your loss, Tricia. I have fond memories of your Mom and I know she will be missed.

Linda Dill

January 18, 2016

Will always remember Jackie's infectious smile and sunny disposition. She was such an asset to the Decatur Civic Chorus, which is where I met her. I know she is already planning her own homecoming event with all the dear friends and family who have gone on before her. My heartfelt sympathy to the family. Linda Dill

January 18, 2016

Dear Family of Jackie Smiley,
Words cannot express how much Jackie meant to me and my mother, Mary Lee Sharp. I am the director of the Decatur Civic Chorus and she was such a delight to have singing and entertaining us. I loved her parties and felt grateful to be included in her circle of friends - my yard is even more beautiful because of her giving me so many plants. Jackie was one of a kind and she will never be forgotten
Love to all of you lucky enough to be in her family
Sincerely,
Mary Anne Sharp
Director
Decatur Civic Chorus

Nancy Luttrell

January 18, 2016

I have wonderful memories of Jackie coming to my Mom's for Christmas. She was always so fun to be with. She will be missed.

January 18, 2016

May the God of all comfort strengthen the entire family during this time of deep sorrow. Those who pass on, God keeps in his memory because they are precious in his eyes. (Psalms 116:15) My sincerest condolence.

January 17, 2016

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

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