Lila Ruth Smith Obituary
The passing of Lila Ruth Smith (Selma, Alabama) occurred on August 23, 2026. Lila, born on October 16, 1951, shared life with family, friends, and community. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lila Ruth Smith to show support.
Lila touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Lila’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.
She was predeceased by: her parents, James Fountain and Carlie Fountain; her husband Ray Smith; her son Ernest Bryant Lawrence; and her siblings, Brenda Kay Bickerstaff and James Larry Fountain.
She is survived by: her significant other Ricky Lawrence; her nieces, Cathi Deason (Jeff) and Lawana Savage (Danny); and her nephew James Carswell (Brenda). She is also survived by nine great-nieces and nephews; eighteen great-great-nieces, nephews and claimed grandchildren.
