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Constance Priest Obituary
Constance Lynette Priest was born September 12, 1948, in Barboursville, Kentucky and went home to Jesus August 5, 2025 in Lavon, TX.
She was preceded by her husband James David Priest, son James David Priest II, parents Fred William and Mandaline Joyce Shelton.
She is survived by her daughter Lynette Kaye Jagoda; son Fred-Jason Priest and wife Angela. Sisters Deborah Ann Smith (Ronnie James), Beverly Kay Johnson (Robert Steven).
Grandchildren Melanie Kaye Diddle-Priest, Kaleb-Jason Priest, Kyle-Jason Priest, Fred William Priest.
Great-grandchildren: Orlando and Antonio
She will also be missed by her huge extended family of Aunts, Uncles, nieces and nephews and many friends all over the country. Especially by Preston and Madelyn who loved their Great Aunt Contance and enjoyed spending many hours watching TV, picnicking with her in the bedroom, and drawing her pictures.
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Upcoming Events
Aug
12
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Charles W. Smith and Sons Funeral Home - Lavon
2343 Lake Rd, Lavon, TX 75166
Send FlowersAug
12
Memorial Gathering
6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Charles W. Smith and Sons Funeral Home - Lavon
2343 Lake Rd, Lavon, TX 75166
Send FlowersAug
12
Funeral service
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Charles W. Smith and Sons Funeral Home - Lavon
2343 Lake Rd, Lavon, TX 75166
Send FlowersAug
12
Services provided by
Charles W. Smith & Sons Funeral Home - LavonOnly 3 days left for delivery to next service.