Mary Temple Bennett Smith Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Mary Temple Bennett Smith of Springfield, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Mary Temple Bennett left this world on June 3, 2025 at the age of 84, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Mary Temple Bennett Smith to show support.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Mary Temple Bennett may no longer walk among us, her spirit lives on in the echoes of her kindness, the warmth of her embrace, and the light of her enduring love.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Kirksey Bennett and Evelyn Chaddock Bennett. She is survived by: her husband Gene Smith of Springfield; her children, Ed Smith (Susan) of Katy, TX and Gracelyn Roman (John) of Springfield; her grandchildren, Bryce Roman, Alexander and Rowan Smith; and her sisters, Suellen Turner (Galen) of Ruston, LA and Pamela Young (Bob) of Burton, TX. She is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Memorial contributions may be made to: American Cancer Society at cancer.org/dignitymemorial (http://cancer.org), or SouthTexas Children's Home.
