Jessie B. Smith Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Jessie B. Smith (Moss Point, Mississippi), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on June 4, 2025 at the age of 71. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He is survived by: his sister Gloria Jean Smith; his granddaughter Aurielle Justice Alahna Croon; his daughters, Stephanie Jackson of Mesa, AZ, Jamila Shivers of Maricopa, AZ and Tiffany Smith of Wilmer, AL.; his siblings, Herschel Smith of Moss Point, MS, Virginia Taplin of Escatawpa, MS and Sherman Smith (Berthena) of Moss Point, MS; his grandchildren, Autumn Bolden-Smith, Aubrey Smith, Alexandria Croon, Aiden Croon, A'King Whittle, Ayonna Whittle, Ace Dace, Angel Clement, Kiera Gaines, Kahleel Jackson, Sylkk Jackson of Ambiance Jackson, L. C, Kylyn Jordan, Jamil Shivers, Lamar Shivers, LaMiyah Shivers and Elijah Shivers; his great grandchildren, KeAndre Jordan, Kali'Mae Jackson, Kendrick Clement, Leo Anthony and Liam White; his friends, Eugene Sipp (Wanda), Amber and Phil Buehl; his cousin Clyde Simpson; and his nieces, Veronica Davis (James) of Mesquite, TX and Tonya Taplin of Pascagoula, MS. He is also survived by nieces and nephews.