Ada Kathleen Smith Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ada Kathleen Smith of Franklinville, North Carolina, whose life came to an end on February 21, 2026 at the age of 91, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ada Kathleen Smith to show support.
As Ada departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Ada may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Ada leaves behind.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Baitsholts and Julia Chamberlain Baitsholts; her husband Lee Smith; her stepmother Katherine Baitsholts; and her siblings, Julia Nooney, Eileen Thompson and John R. "Jack" Baitsholts.
She is survived by: her brother Paul J. Baitsholts; and her close friend Bettina Busmire. She is also survived by many other nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. John's Lutheran Church, 505 S. Park Street, Asheboro, NC 27203.
