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Constella B "Ms Smitty" Smith
Constella B "Ms Smitty" Smith
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Constella Smith Obituary
Ms. Smitty dedicated her life to education, specifically in the Sciences, fostering a nurturing and inspiring environment for her students. Her commitment extended beyond the classroom as she was deeply involved in teacher policies and the school district, aiding many of her colleagues in advancing their careers. She held her education from Second Ward High School in Charlotte, North Carolina, Central Piedmont Community College, and the University of North Carolina in high regard, as it paved the way for her impactful career.
Her personal life was rich with love and devotion to her family, including her children Michael, Patricia, David, Helen, and Joseph, along with her grandchildren Antonio, Aysha, Michael, Stephen, and Genicia, and many great-grandchildren. Ms. Smitty was a devout member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses in Lake Park, where she embraced her faith with open arms.
Constella was also a woman of diverse interests, enjoying art, classical music, traveling, and dancing, which brought great joy and fulfillment to her life.
In respect to her family's wishes, there will not be a memorial service. Ms. Smitty's legacy of passion, dedication, and love will continue to live on through the many lives she touched.
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Deborah Ellis
September 12, 2024
Goosey, she embraced us and invited my son to call her Goosey. God put her on my heart today, and now I know why. Rest in peace Goosey, thank you for your love and kindness. My condolences to Michael, and his family.
Robin McWilliams Cleveland
September 7, 2024
I was fortunate enough to catch her at the end of her career. Smitty was a blessing!!!
I was truly lucky to work with her. She always dropped daily "GEMS" and it was my pleasure to assist her to speak with her!! Just to be in her presence!!! She will truly be missed.
Christian Basie
August 19, 2024
I was a student of Mrs. Smitty. She was my favorite, she was passionate about education and she was a Gem at Glenville! May her legacy continue to shine and grow!
Shawnda Hudson
August 19, 2024
Ms. Smitty taught my older siblings at Wilson and I had the pleasure of meeting her at Wilbur Wright. More like a mom, she was very dedicated to your success as a student. Then guess what we met again at Glenville. I truly loved her and would often come to visit after I graduated. I'm so hurt that I could no longer find her once she retired. Ms. Smitty will truly be missed...love u
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Kristian Mixon
August 18, 2024
She was the most funniest teacher at Glenville. Sweet as can be and will get you together and the most kindest ways ever. Always laughing and smiling forever will b missed.
Sherrae Mack
August 18, 2024
Ms. Smitty was truly a GIFT to us at Glenville - one of the best teachers I ever had. For us to have our wedding at Glenville and for her to attend, was one of my most treasured memories. She truly LOVED her students.
Ashley McZeal
August 18, 2024
Thank you Ms.Smitty for being one of the best educators we had at Glenville also being able to help you during your recovery from surgery years back was a pleasure you will be truly missed
Lorenza Stevens
August 18, 2024
Thank you Ms. Smitty, you was my favorite teacher, my condolences to your family.
Lorenza Stevens
August 18, 2024
Ms. Smitty was my favorite teacher and she will be missed. She was the only teacher to call my Mom. Thank you pushing me to be a better student and person.
Dasha
August 18, 2024
My deepest sympathy is extended for the loss of Ms. Smitty. She is single handedly responsible in changing my life for the better. I met her in the 10th Grade and it was the year she changed me. Through her persistence, she saw that I did well and went to college. She was kind; she was funny, and she was fierce. Ms. Smitty was a rare breed, and walked tall in her calling as an educator and mentor. I am so glad to have met her!
Mo Williams
August 18, 2024
Great teacher, she will be missed
Aria
August 18, 2024
She was a awesome teacher and did not play she will be missed
Tay
August 17, 2024
What a great teacher, that leaves behind an amazing legacy
Alabama
August 17, 2024
The world will definitely miss you Ms. Smitty. Thank you for all the love and support you provided to all at Glenville! Rest in paradise.
Morgan Lovett
August 17, 2024
Thank you for the countless memories that you shared with my family. Thanks for all of the love and laughs. We could never forget you!
Lillian
August 17, 2024
I always remembered Ms. Smitty,
Her avid love for her students and science. We All loved Ms. Smitty. I can still hear her calling me in the halls of Wilbur Wright and Glenville. She will be missed
Ashley
August 17, 2024
She was an amazing teacher may she rest peacefully
Brittany Gillom
August 17, 2024
thank you for always being a great a true legend you are, rest peacefully.
Mariah Holt
August 17, 2024
Thank you Ms. Smitty for all the love and encouragement you poured into us at Glenville.
Candice Paul-Matthews
August 17, 2024
God Bless you. Thank you for being you and a great teacher at Glenville. You will me missed, but never forgotten! A true legend.
Danielle
August 17, 2024
Ms Smitty was one of my favorite teachers at Wilbur Wright Middle School and Glenville HS. Rest in heavenly peace
Ieisha Poss
August 17, 2024
Ms. Smitty was such a jewel and will be remembered for her unconditional love. I was in her summer class at Glenville. Thank you for lending her to us in such a special way. We love you. We appreciate you. And we Thank God for you.
Ieisha Poss
Robin Lewis
August 17, 2024
Although I never had Ms Smitty personally as a teacher her presence was well known!!! She treated me like I was one of her students!!! We bonded my 3 years at Glenville and I made sure to visit her after I graduated!!! Always full of life and love!!! A true gem!!! Her impact in our lives will never be forgotten!!! She gave the best hugs!!! I love you Ms Smitty!!! Thank you for sharing your greatness and love with everyone you encountered!!!
Krista Seanor
August 17, 2024
Smitty was a once-in-a-lifetime teacher and mentor. She and Ramona Sancho mentored me as a brand new teacher at Glenville High School. Smitty taught me to get my students excited about science, to love them with my whole heart, and never accept less than their very best. 23 years later, I hope I have stayed true to what she taught me. I've tried to be a mentor to new teachers to pay it forward for what she did for me. May her legacy live on through the lives of the students and teachers she touched.
Cynthia Hite
August 17, 2024
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Melissa Kopriva
August 17, 2024
Thank you for being you Ms. Smitty! Ms. Smitty was my teacher back in high school and I´m so thankful to have had her guidance. What I adored most was that she was a black educator at a black school and it was wonderful to have someone who looked like us and poured life into us. So thankful to have experienced her brilliance and dedication. My deepest condolences to her family and friends. I wish you all healing and peace as you navigate her loss. May Ms. Smitty´s legacy live on through the rest of us. Love and light to you all.
Pamela Reynolds
August 17, 2024
Rest peacefully Ms Smitty , you were a phenomenal teacher and had a heart of gold !
Roynesha Simmons
August 16, 2024
Ms.Smitty was a great loving kind Teacher, she was loved by many at Glenville High school. To know her was to love her . She will be missed
Vashti fancher
August 16, 2024
She was my tenth grade biology teacher and when I wasn´t doing my best she definitely called home she didn´t play that mess always saying she was perturbed with me she will be missed
Vanique Benton
August 16, 2024
Ms. Smitty was one of a kind. Such a sweet individual who really cares about her students. She will be missed dearly.
Donovan Hunter
August 16, 2024
I remember Miss Smitty when I was in the ninth grade. I think science class with her little voice and I snuck out of her classroom and in the middle of her teaching she came and found me in the hallway, drugged me by my ear and brought me back in class, when I tell you, that was the best teacher there I loved her till I left.. RIP smitty!!
John Fellenstein
August 16, 2024
Smitty took me under her wing when I was a rookie CMSD science teacher. She was so kind and gracious. I will always be indebted to Mrs. Smitty for her guidance throughout my teaching career. Rest in Peace Smitty, love you always.
Kala Savage
August 16, 2024
God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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