Yvonne Smiley Obituary
The memory of Yvonne Smiley in Port Arthur, Texas, who passed away on November 15, 2025 at the age of 96, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Yvonne had on those she encountered along her journey. Though Yvonne may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, her essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
She was predeceased by: her husband Charles W. Smiley. She is survived by: her daughter Sharon Waters (Smiley); her sisters, Edith Prince, Audrey Ferguson and ChristineRobinson; and her great grandchildren, Alex Stockman, Kade Robichau and Adelyn Robichau. She is also survived by nieces and nephews.
Visitation was held on Monday, November 24th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Thompson Funeral Directors (5200 W Parkway St, Groves, TX 77619). A funeral service was held on Monday, November 24th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Monday, November 24th 2025 at the Greenlawn Memorial Park (3900 Twin City Highway, Groves, TX 77619).
