Willie Mae "Hancock" Smith's obituary , Passed away on March 24, 2025 in Newnan, Georgia

Willie Mae "Hancock" Smith

April 4, 1931 - March 24, 2025 (93 years old)

Newnan, Georgia

Willie Mae "Hancock" Smith's obituary , Passed away on March 24, 2025 in Newnan, Georgia

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Higgins Funeral Homes - Hillcrest Chapel

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Willie Mae "Hancock" Smith

April 4, 1931 - March 24, 2025 (93 years old)

Newnan, Georgia

Willie Mae Smith Obituary

The passing of Willie Mae Smith of Newnan, Georgia leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on March 24, 2025 at the age of 93. 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 Willie Mae Smith to show support.

She was predeceased by: her parents, James Hancock and Estelle Proctor Hancock; her daughter Penny Smith; and her brothers, Lester Hancock and Carthell Hancock.

She is survived by: her children, Terry Hyde (Maria) of Madrid, Danny Hyde (Marissa) of Newnan, Tim Swofford of Newnan, Donna Hyde Christopher of Dahlonega and Pam Stapler of Newnan; and her siblings, Grady Hancock of Buford and Jeanette Whatley of Newnan. She is also survived by 10 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, 10 great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Higgins Funeral Homes - Hillcrest Chapel



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Mar 27

Visitation

Hillcrest Chapel
1 Bullsboro Dr, Newnan, GA 30263

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Mar 27

Funeral service

Hillcrest Chapel
1 Bullsboro Dr, Newnan, GA 30263

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Mar 27

Burial

Forest Lawn Memorial Park
656 Roscoe Rd, Newnan, GA 30263

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