Kelly Rene Smith

Kelly Rene Smith, age 38, of Hiddenite passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 31, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. She was born on January 10, 1980, the daughter of Johnny Smith of Hiddenite and Ellen Bowles Smith of Taylorsville. Kelly had a very loving, giving, and caring spirit. She always brightened the day with her smile. She was of the Baptist faith and loved flowers & butterflies. Over the last few years she has been the caregiver to her dad. She is preceded in death by her brother Shannon Smith; maternal grandmother Willie Bowles; and paternal grandparents Ed and Estelle Smith.

Along with her parents those left to cherish her memory include her brother Ricky Smith & wife Tina of Taylorsville; niece Shayanna Smith; along with a number of aunts, uncles, and cousins.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 4, 2018 from 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm at Alexander Funeral Service. A private memorial service to celebrate Kelly’s life will follow in the funeral home chapel with the Rev. Bill Orren officiating. Inurnment will be with the family.