Clara Lea Smithson's obituary , Passed away on January 21, 2026 in Leitchfield, Kentucky

Clara Lea Smithson

July 17, 1943 - January 21, 2026 (82 years old)

Leitchfield, Kentucky

Clara Lea Smithson's obituary , Passed away on January 21, 2026 in Leitchfield, Kentucky

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Clara Lea Smithson

July 17, 1943 - January 21, 2026 (82 years old)

Leitchfield, Kentucky

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Clara Lea Smithson Obituary

We bid farewell to Clara Lea Smithson of Leitchfield, Kentucky, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 21, 2026 at the age of 82. Clara touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Clara Lea Smithson to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Arther Lee Davis and Clara Lea Beddo Davis; her husband John Troy Smithson; her sister Donna Wheeler; her son-in-law Jodie Markwell; and her grandson-in-law Bryon Smith.

She is survived by: her children, David Smithson (Janet) of Booneville, AR, Stacey Day of Leitchfield and Scott Smithson (Brandi) of Clarkson; her grandchildren, Shawntina Smith of Clarkson, Deanya Melvin (Stephen) of Leitchfield, Walker Day (Jessica) of Leitchfield, Kacey Pennington (Jesse) of Millwood, Bethelene Eaves (Jessie) of Waldron, AR, Chris Weinmann (Tracy) of Washington, Dillion Smithson of Clarkson, Wyatt Smithson of Clarkson and Sydney Smithson of Clarkson; and her brother Wayne Davis of California. She is also survived by 22 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great grandchildren.

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Dermitt Funeral Home



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