Ida Bell Dunbar Smith Obituary
We announce the death of Ida Bell Dunbar Smith (New Ellenton, South Carolina), who passed away on August 19, 2026, at the age of 87. Ida will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ida Bell Dunbar Smith to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Webster Dunbar and Mamie Williamson Dunbar; and her son Joseph. She is survived by: her husband John H. Smith, Sr.; her children, John Smith (Jeannie) of Graniteville, Jackie Smith Cato of New Ellenton, Brenda Walker (Stanley) of New Ellenton and Sandra Smith of New Ellenton; her siblings, David Dunbar (Carolyn) of New Ellenton, Carrie Green (Bub) of New Ellenton, George El (Anna) of New Ellenton and Leon Dunbar of New Ellenton; and her in-laws, Laura Riley, James Smith (Lorraine), Marcellous Bush and Thelma Dunbar. She is also survived by 20 grandchildren, 30 great-grandchildren, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and loving friends.
