Sylvia "Kay" Jefferson Smith

Mrs. Sylvia "Kay" Jefferson Smith, age 90, formerly of Smyth County, passed away Thursday, August 29, 2024, at Twelve Oaks Senior Living with her loving family by her side. Mrs. Smith was born in Patrick County, Virginia on April 11, 1934, to the late Dewey S. Jefferson and Carrie Anderson Jefferson. She was a very faithful servant of our Lord Jesus Christ throughout her life. Mrs. Smith retired as a 1st grade schoolteacher after 30 plus years in the Smyth County School System. She is survived by her loving daughter and son-in-law, Laura and Ted Brown; grandchildren and their spouses, Aaron Teaters, Preston and Dannelle Teaters, Matthew Counts, Tyler and Grace Counts; great grandchildren, Olivia Teaters, Eloise Teaters; sister and brother-in-law, Trena and Bobby Martin; several nieces and nephews. In addition to her parents, Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by her loving husband of 65 years, David Larry “Buddy” Smith; daughter, Joyce Marie Collins; brother and sister-in-law, Roger and Betty Jefferson. Funeral services will be held on Monday, September 2, 2024, at Bethel Presbyterian in Claudville, Virginia, at 2 PM with Pastor Kevin Easter officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday, September 2, 2024, at the church from 11:00 AM until 1:00 PM. She will be laid to rest beside her husband in the church cemetery. The family would like to thank everyone for all their love and prayers during Mrs. Smith’s sickness. Flowers will be accepted, or memorial donations may be made to The Gideons International PO Box 140800 Nashville, TN 37214 or one may pick up a donation card at Bethel Presbyterian Church. Moody’s of Mount Airy is respectfully serving the Smith family. Online condolences may be made at www.moodyfuneralservices.com.