Norma Jean Smith Obituary
We bid farewell to Norma Jean Smith (Perkinston, Mississippi), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on August 2, 2025 at the age of 74. Norma touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Denard Ladner and Reida Ladner; her children, Kenneth Smith and Janice Vaughan; and her sister Patsy McCollum.
She is survived by: her husband Dillus Smith; her son-in-law Rick Vaughan; her grandson Gabrel Vaughan; and her siblings, Debra Ladner, Joey Ladner (Selina), Skippy Ladner, Robin Ladner (Christine), Danny Ladner (Anna) and Wendell Ladner. She is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
