With solemn reverence, we commemorate Nellie Faye Smith of Red Oak, Texas, whose life came to an end on August 27, 2025 at the age of 85, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Nellie Faye Smith or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Harvey Mize and Viola Mize; her husband James Ralph Smith of Quinlan; her son James Shannon Smith; and her siblings, Harvey Mize Jr., Janet Sanders, Roger Mize and Evelyn Elliot.
She is survived by: her son Matthew (Maria Smith); her daughter-in-law Shannon Smith; her grandchildren, Alexandria (Nick Patrick), Zachary (Grace Lynn), Keegan Smith and Faith Smith; her great grandchildren, Elijah Lynn, Emma Lynn-Smith and Oliver Patrick; and her siblings, David Mize, Sam Mize, Milton Mize, Anthony Mize, Wilma Mize, Keith Mize and Brenda Heath.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 11th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Laurel Land Funeral Home (6300 S R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75232). A funeral service will be held on Friday, September 12th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM. A graveside service will be held on Friday, September 12th 2025 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM at the Laurel Land Memorial Park (6300 S R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75232).