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Jean SMALLEY Obituary
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SMALLEY, Jean S. Jean S. Smalley born in Marion, Alabama, to the late William Henry and Annie Rae Sanders, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, May 27, 2012. Ms. Smalley, a devoted Christian, was married to the late Jack Smalley, Sr., and was the mother of four children, of whom she was very proud. Ms. Smalley deeply valued her education and studied at Judson College, University of Montevallo, The University of Alabama, and Georgia State University. An educator for 31 years, Ms. Smalley loved teaching, but more importantly loved her students. She began her teaching career in Geneva, AL, and went on to teach in West Blockton, AL; Akron, AL; Douglasville, GA, and Newton County, GA. She loved spending time with her friends, working in her flower beds and cheering for the University of Alabama Crimson Tide. Ms. Smalley is survived by her four children, her seven grandchildren and her elder brother. Her children are: Dr. Jack Smalley, Jr., and his wife, Anne of Tuscaloosa, AL, William Randall Smalley, and his wife, Kay of Memphis, TN, Kim Smalley Hubbard, and her husband, Scott of Covington, GA, and Jeffrey Powell Smalley, and his wife, Lisa of Chattanooga, TN. Her grandchildren are: Jack Smalley, III, of Mobile, AL, Lauren Hubbard of Covington, GA, Zachary Smalley of Memphis, TN, Jarrett Hubbard of Covington, GA, Zoë Smalley of Memphis, TN, Robey Smalley, and Conrad Smalley, both of Tuscaloosa, AL. Also surviving are her brother and sister-in-law, Billy Rae and Blanche Sanders of Marion, AL; and several nieces and nephews. A memorial graveside service was held for family and close family friends Tuesday, May 29, 2012, 10:30 AM, at Lawnwood Memorial Park, in Covington, GA. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that contributions be made in memory of Ms. Smalley to The Central Church of Christ, 160 Highway 142 East, Covington, GA 30014. www. caldwellandcowan.com to place online condolences 770-786-7062
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May 31, 2012
Jere and Sue Via (Lawrenceville, GA) send their love and sympathy to all the Smalley Family--who have together enriched our lives. Fran Weeks called us to let us know. Jean was a dear loved one of this family
Jean Puckett Twitty
May 30, 2012
Ms. Smalley was one of my favorite teachers at Douglas County High School. She cared for her students. I was a member of a church that wasn't part of the mainstream churches at the time. She never made me feel different and helped me to look analytically at the belief system of which I was a part and to come to terms with my faith. Because of the class she taught I became involved first with childcare and then went on to do theraputic work in a mental hospital setting. More important, I recall how often she spoke of her family and the love and pride she had for each of them. Blessings to the family of such a special lady.
May 30, 2012
With deepest sympathy to the Smalley family during your time of grief...Psalm 46:1...God is for us a refuge and strength, A help that is readily to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.
Karen Johnson Kirkland
May 30, 2012
My prayers and sincere condolences to the family. Ms. Smalley always brought a ray of sunshine to the halls of Newton County. Although I never had her for a class, she was involved enough with my other teachers and activities (Home Economics and FHA), that I considered her as one of my teachers--in life! Her eyes always twinkled and she was such a sweet and loving person. I will always carry those wonderful memories with me.
When you are missing her physical presence, allow all of your wonderful memories to comfort you.
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