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Romell Smith Obituary
Romell Emaline Smith (nee Brown) passed away Sunday, April 7, 2024, at Mayo Clinic Hospital in Phoenix, Arizona.
Romell was a beloved mother, sister, and aunt. She is survived by her daughter, Jill Smith; son, Roger L. Smith; four grandchildren, Jeffrey Jolliffe, Melissa Jolliffe, Jennifer Jolliffe, and Kelly Smith; sister, Dr. Gay Jones; brother, John Brown; and many nieces and nephews.
She was born May 4, 1936, in Carey, to Lester and Elnora (nee Hogreffe) Brown, the third of seven children. She graduated from Liberty-Benton High School in 1954 and from Columbus Business University on June 14, 1979. She was also a proud member of the Lady Shriner's and enjoyed many friendships at Fellowship Square where she resided.
Services will be in Ohio at a later date.
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Lee Ann Barnes
September 5, 2024
Years ago I was Romell's neighbor and I babysat for her children on occasion, Jill and Roger Lee. For some reason I was thinking about them tonight and did a search. Very sorry to hear of her passing and also surprised that she was living in the Phoenix area - I live in the area as well. My name back then was Lee Ann Barnes.
Anonymous
May 9, 2024
In loving memory of a beautiful person. I am glad to have known her.
Gay Brown Jones
April 29, 2024
What a great loss for the Brown (and related) families. Sis, you are gone but
will stay in the hearts of your family and friends. You had a wonderful life, rest in peace.
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