Roy "Taylor" Smith's obituary , Passed away on October 22, 2025 in Ripley, Mississippi

Roy "Taylor" Smith

January 12, 1938 - October 22, 2025 (87 years old)

Ripley, Mississippi

Roy "Taylor" Smith's obituary , Passed away on October 22, 2025 in Ripley, Mississippi

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Ripley Funeral Home

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Roy "Taylor" Smith

January 12, 1938 - October 22, 2025 (87 years old)

Ripley, Mississippi

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Roy Smith Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Roy Smith of Ripley, Mississippi, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Roy left this world on October 22, 2025 at the age of 87, 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 Roy Smith to show support.

In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Roy's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Roy's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.

He was predeceased by: his parent Arnold (Zelma Smith); his grandson Justin Smith; his stepsons, Dennis and Carl Kilcrease; and his pets, Missy and Prissy.

He is survived by: his wife Betty Smith; his children, Tammy Jones (Randal) of Walnut, Donna Berryman of Walnut, Jim Smith (Sandra) of Ecru, Ed Smith (Wanda) of Ripley, Tay Smith (Dena) of Ripley and Buddy Kilcrease of New Site; and his sister Sue Huddleston of Ripley. He is also survived by twelve grandchildren, and twenty-four great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Ripley Funeral Home



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