Rachel-Smith-Obituary

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Rachel Smith

Cleveland, Texas

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August 18, 2015
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Cleveland, Texas

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Rachel Lee Rushing Smith was born October 10, 1935 in Woodville, Texas to H.I. and Thelma Gibson Rushing.She left this world on August 18, 2015 to be with her Savior, Jesus Christ. She is preceded in death by her parents, her husband of 62 years J.D. Smith; brother, John Rushing; sisters, Nancy...

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Rachel was a big part of my life growing up. Neighborhood part time "mom" to all of us kids, leader and teacher at church, and a friend forever. I know she was much loved and will be greatly missed by many. Prayers and hugs for her family.

It has been years since I have seen any of you. I do think of you often and remember the wonderful times we had. I love each of you. Prayers and much love.

My condolences to the Smith family. May you find much comfort in God's word at Matt. 5:4

My heart, tears and prayers are with you. While it is a great joy to all of us to know that Rachel is more alive at this moment with Jesus that she ever was on this earth - the loss is great and grief is heavy. My love to all.

Guys, I just heard about your mom. I am so sad and reminded that we should not let special people that have truly impacted our lives be just wonderful memories. I wish I had taken the opportunity to put my hands on her face and give her, and you guys, a big hug. You all are very special to me, although many year separate our visits, I feel like you all are my sisters. I love you all and will pray through my tears for the moments you pick up the phone expecting her voice, or you reach for...

As children, Rachel and J.D. were so important in our lives and opened their already full home and hearts to us. I can still hear her unique laughter in my mind. What a blessing to have known her.

Our prayers go out to The Smith Family. ..may God be with you during this time of loss.

While I mourn, Rachel joyfully entered the gates of heaven where she was welcomed into the arms of her loving husband. To my "other" brothers and sisters (Dianne, Jerrye, Debbie, David, Leeland and Dwayne) please know that me and my siblings are here for you always. We love you as our brothers and sisters as we loved your parents as our second parents. Even though we all have heavy hearts, Rachel is dancing in the streets of gold with her beloved husband as they rejoice with their Lord. She...

Rachel was very inspiring lady.Always had words of comfort. Very active with the Ladies Auxiliary when she was able .Will miss that smiling face.Praying for her family during this difficult time