Rita Smith Obituary

The passing of Rita Smith of Talbott, Tennessee occurred on September 1, 2026. Rita, born on August 19, 1959, is remembered by those who knew her. 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, J. B. Bales and Betty Bales; and her grandparents, Tom, Gladys Clement and Lawton Bales.

She is survived by: her husband Greg Smith; her son Preston Smith (Hope); her grandson Tucker Smith; her siblings, Richard Bales (Sheila) and Lisa Goins; her mother-in-law Bea Smith; her cousin Donna Bunch Jones; her stepgrandmother Willie Bales; and her pet Daisy Mae. She is also survived by cousins, nieces, and nephews.

A graveside service was held on Friday, September 4th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Pleasant View Church Cemetery.