Dr. Lou Alice Smith

Dr. Lou Alice Smith obituary, Jackson, MS

Dr. Lou Alice Smith

Lou Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Westhaven Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. - Jackson on Mar. 10, 2026.
Dr. Lou Alice Smith, 81, of Jackson, Mississippi, was born June 15, 1944, to the late Rev. D.D. Smith and Pinkie Lee Powell Smith in Crystal Springs, Mississippi. Dr. Smith, a devoted educator and pillar in her community, transitioned peacefully on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at her home.

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12

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3580 Robinson Street

Jackson, MS 39209

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Sharon Alexander

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Mrs,Smith was my English teacher in 1986. She had a beautiful soul and she was about business when it came down to teaching her students she would truly be missed my condolences to the family

Sandra Griffin

March 10, 2026

My condolences to the Smith family. Mrs. Smith was my teacher at Wingfield High School, Class of 1986. She was also a wonderful piano player at the church. She was truly a blessing to many. I am praying for the family and sending my deepest sympathy during this difficult time.

Brenda Coleman

March 10, 2026

Prayers and condolences for the family.

Brenda Coleman

March 10, 2026

Condolences to the family.

Frances Bartee

March 10, 2026

We were neighbors during my early years in Jackson our children played together and Alice and I shared many times together. god bless the family.

John Cannon

March 10, 2026

Dr. Smith was my English and French teacher. An outstanding teacher. She cared about her students.
John Cannon Class of 82.

Debbie Johnson

March 10, 2026

Dr. Smith was my English Teacher at Wingfield High School. I´m from WHS Class of 1983. She was a lady of Class, and cared so much about her students. She will be truly missed! Rest well Dr.Smith. We are all Praying for the Smith Family.
Debbie Johnson
WHS, Class of 83

Jacqueline Crudup

March 10, 2026

Prayers go out to the Smith family. When her dad was the pastor of Mt. Galilee, she was our pianist. Jacqueline Jeanette Frazier Crudup

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