Jessie Smith Obituary
Jessie loved gardening and was a life-time member of the Federated Garden Club. She belonged to Bethany Presbyterian Church nearly her entire life and volunteered her time to her church community. Jessie enjoyed hosting family gatherings, traveling, biking, and being active alongside her husband. Jessie devoted her life to her family, never missing her grandchildren or great grandchildren's sporting events. Jessie will be dearly missed by her family and friends.
Friends may call 4-6pm Wednesday May 29th at Farrell-Ryan Funeral and Cremation Services located at 777 Long Pond Road, Concluding with a service at 6pm.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
777 Long Pond Road, Rochester, NY 14612
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