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While Kelli faced challenges earlier in her life, she transformed her story into one of redemption and hope. She found great joy in attending Embrace Church in Forest where she was a devoted member. Kelli had a huge heart and wanted to help others in any way she could. She also carried on her father's legacy with her profound love for all animals. Kelli will be deeply missed by all who loved her.
Kelli was preceded in death by her father, Garner Shannon, Jr. and her husband, Royce Smallwood. She is survived by her mother, Pat Layton of Lithia, Florida; her sons, Cade Usry of Pelahatchie and Justin Smallwood of Inverness; her sisters, Mary Fran Burton of New Braunfels, Texas, Amy DeLong of Madison, and Julie Lang of Brandon; her stepmother, Toni Shannon of Belzoni; and her grandchildren, Zoe Usry of Brandon, Libby Usry of Vicksburg, and Myles Smallwood of Inverness.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Kelli's name to Embrace Church, 1030 Anderson Street, Forest, MS 39074 or Belzoni Cemetery Association, 506 Sharkey Street, Belzoni, MS 39038.
A graveside service will be held at the Belzoni Cemetery on Monday, June 9, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. Burton Funeral Home of Indianola has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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Marty Bass
May 10, 2025
R.I.P. Kelli Smallwood peace and rest be with you!
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Lynn Goodroe
May 10, 2025
So sad to learn the passing of a sweet friend and previous co-worker. I knew her at her worse and was so happy when she turned her life around. My thoughts and prayers are with each of you during these times.
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