Bernice Smith Lowery age 86 of Rockford passed away Friday, August 17, 2012 at UT Medical Center. She was a member of Mountain View United Methodist Church and Past Matron in Order of the Eastern Star. Preceded in death by: Husband, James Lowery; Parents, Charles & Jessie Smith; Sister, Alice Jones; Brother, Hugh Smith. Survivors include: Daughter, Sharon Lowery Cortez; God Children, Susan Seneker Raggio, Tim Seneker, and David Seneker; Nieces, Becky & Bill Dossett and Toni Weems; Nephew, Marty Smith, Jack Lowery & wife Pat; several beloved great nieces and nephews; and a huge support group of friends, neighbors and church family. Special thanks to caregivers, Amanda Williams, Lori Hurts & Dena Gregory for their love and care. Funeral service will be at 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 19, 2012 at Smith Trinity Chapel with Rev. Al Shaver officiating. Family and friends will assemble for interment at 2:00 PM, Monday, August 20, 2012 at Oak Grove Cemetery in Greenville, TN. Family will receive friends from 4:00 until 6:00 PM, Sunday, August 19, 2012 at Smith Trinity Chapel. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithMaryville.com.
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