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Renée Price Smith Obituary
February 16, 1943 - March 24, 2024
Lexington, Kentucky - Renée Price Smith, a longtime resident of Lexington, died on March 24, 2024 surrounded by her family.
Renée was a member of First Presbyterian Church for 50 years where she served as deacon, Sunday school teacher and longtime choir member. She was active in the Women's Medical Auxiliary, the Lexington Ballet Company and was on the board of the Lexington Philharmonic Endowment Fund. She also served as a docent at the UK Art Museum.
In addition to her husband of 58 years, Dr. William Clifton Smith, she is survived by four children and seven grandchildren: Christopher Roland Todd Smith of San Francisco with daughter, Olivia Kathryn Marie Smith; Jennifer Renée Hays Erickson (Hardy Link) of Nashville with daughter, Abigail McKenzie Erickson and sons, Houston Porter Erickson and Colton West Erickson; Melanie Elise Corinne Leach of Lexington with son, Jackson William Nathaniel Leach and two daughters, Corinne Virginia Renée Leach and Caroline Alexandria Bosworth Leach, and daughter Caroline Elizabeth Clarice Smith of Lexington. Two white Golden Retrievers will miss her feeding them tidbits from her plate at the table. She is also survived by a brother, Dr. David Porter Price of Adairsville, Ky; a sister-in-law, Dianne Tomer of Canton, Ohio; A brother-in law, James Walter Smith (Rebecca) of Griffen, Georgia; 12 nieces and nephews and several Great-nieces and Great-nephews. She was preceded in death by a sister, Jennifer Price Stephan Smith and a brother-in-law, Joe Terry Smith.
The funeral will take place at 1:30 pm Friday, March 29th at First Presbyterian Church, 171 Mill Street, Lexington. Interment in the Lexington Cemetery. Reception to follow at The Apiary, 218 Jefferson Street, Lexington.
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Garnett Sweeney
April 26, 2024
Sad to hear of your and our loss. Out of touch much of year, Can imagine how lonely it must be for you. Did not recognize you at keeneland last fall. Who were that happy middle aged couple? GJ
Donna Barr
April 9, 2024
Garland and I send our deepest sympathy at your loss of dear Renee. She was always so kind and lovely to us. God bless you as you grieve.
Garland and Donna Barr
Susan McKaig
March 31, 2024
Renee and I had a fun relationship decades ago being dog lovers. As a new resident to Lexington, she introduced me to the Lexington Philharmonic Women´s Guild. Of the last decades, it was at Kroger or a funeral we´d see one another. Her death came as a shock. I´m so sad for Clifton and family. I visited on Saturday and was warmly welcomed. Every detail in the yard and home including garage has her Touch. She trusted her instincts and was a great business woman as well as what is mentioned in obit. It´s a beautifully written tribute.
Love, Sue (Mullineaux) McKaig
John Burrus
March 27, 2024
Dear Clifton
Myra and I remember all the great times we had together. We are so sorry for your loss. Renee was special and while we are not there to give you comfort we will pray for you and your family.
All our best
John & Myra Burrus
Stacey Pierce-Nickle
March 27, 2024
There isn't a time I don't remember having the Smith family in our lives. Between the deeply bonded friendship of Patti P and Renee, church, charitable events, working at Heinsmith in the 80's, countless celebrations and parties Renee was always the consummate hostess. The best day of my life, my wedding, was spent right there with her! This picture was taken at our rehearsal dinner and is one of my favorites of her. I can hear that laugh! Much love to all of the family. Thank you for all the love over these many, many years. You will be greatly missed. Love, Stacey, Jim, Julia and Emma.
Richard A Rushing, Jr.
March 26, 2024
Clifton, Jennifer, Melanie, Caroline, Christopher and your families,
Rick and I wish you all peace in this difficult time.
Your mom was wonderfully kind and dear to us.
We were thinking of her 50th birthday party celebration and all of the great celebrations your parents hosted. We realize as we are now in our 50's - 60's (with grown children).
That being a mother of four was enough to imagine doing well. Yet she did that and so much more. Her benefit to the Arts community including my personal artwork and so much more we have learned about her life are extraordinary. We are blessed to have her memory in our hearts
We are all thinking of you all today and days to come. Knowing all of the hearts that your mom will fill with memories and that will comfort you in time.
Love,
Ashley and Rick Rushing
(Jacqueline and RIchard III)
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