Jessie Mae Smith
April 12, 1938 - December 18, 2019
Jessie Mae Smith was born on April, 12, 1938 to the late Rosie Lee Mayo and Jessie Lewis. Jessie was married to the late Willie Smith who preceded her in death. Jessie Mae Smith confessed a hope in Christ at an early age. She moved to Chicago. ILL and joined St. Peters Rock Missionary Baptist Church for several years, later in life she joined Faith Chapel Deliverance Center where she was a member for over 30 years were she was ordained an Evangelist under the leadership of Bishop Dessie Vaughn who was also her Pastor.She remained faithful to the Lord throughout her life, her favorite song was "When You Hear of My Home-Going Don't Worry About Me" she was a dedicated servant unto the Lord until her health failed her. Jessie Mae is preceded in death by both of her parents, her husband, two sons: Earnest Ellis (Rusty) and James Smith (Pete), two sisters: Ophelia Madden, and Lorene Harrison Watson. Four brothers: Henry Lee Mayo, John Edward Lewis, James Lewis, and Bob Smith. Jessie leaves to cherish and honor her memories: One sister Catherine Lewis of Chicago, ILL; and One stepdaughter Diane Smith of Chicago, ILL. Jessie also leaves several grandchildren, great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, several sister-in-laws, brother-in -laws, and friends who will miss her dearly.
Jessie Mae Smith was born on April, 12, 1938 to the late Rosie Lee Mayo and Jessie Lewis. Jessie was married to the late Willie Smith who preceded her in death. Jessie Mae Smith confessed a hope in Christ at an early age. She moved to Chicago.... View Obituary & Service Information