With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Teresa Duiane Smith Runnels of Onalaska, Texas, born in Anniston, Alabama, who passed away on February 4, 2024 at the age of 80. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by : her parents, Osborne Vincent Smith and Geraldine Paris Payne; and her sister Tawanna McGrath. She is survived by : her husband Ben Runnels; her sons, Scott Runnels and Craig Runnels; her grandsons, Dustin Runnels (Taylor) and Jordan Runnels (Dianna); her sister Deborah Lea; and her nieces and nephews, Tara Bowen, Heather Norris, Brent Bowen, Chad Norris, Hayden Norris, Eric Payne, Dustin Runnels and Jordan Runnels. She is also survived by 5 great grandchildren, nephews, cousins, and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in her memory to: Onalaska First Baptist or SPCA Polk County, Livingston, Texas.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pace Funeral Home