Catherine Jean Smailes Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Catherine Jean Smailes of Coshocton, Ohio, born in Meridian, Mississippi, whose life came to an end on October 24, 2024 at the age of 99, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
As Catherine departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Catherine. Though Catherine may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Stafford and Carrie Stafford; and her siblings, William Byrd Stafford, Helen Rawls of Gulfport and Dorothy Gay of Colorado Springs, Colorado..
She is survived by: her husband William Smailes (Ed); and her daughter Gloria Smailes.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Grace United Methodist Church Fund, 422 Walnut Street, Coshocton, Ohio 43812.
