Ethel Elliott Smith, 87, of Dawsonville, passed away Sunday, February 5, 2023 at her residence following a period of declining health.
Born January 12, 1936 in Dawson County to the late Erving G., Sr. and Ruby Elliott, she lived a number of years in Hall and Clark Counties before returning to Dawson County over 30 years ago. Ethel was a devoted wife and for decades she was dedicated to her husband’s work in the ministry. She loved serving as pianist in several churches he pastored. Ethel was formerly employed by the University of Georgia after which she and her husband owned and operated the Dawsonville Barber Shop for 25 years. A member of Bethel United Methodist Church, she was also preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Rev. Tommie Gene Smith; a sister, Louise Smith; and brothers, George Elliott and Ralph Elliott.
The family wishes to show special love and recognition to Ethel’s caregivers, Hannah Purett, Akma Captan-Sadue, and Angela Watson.
Ethel is survived by a number of nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, February 8, 2023 at 1 o’clock at Bearden Funeral Home Chapel. Rev. Orin Sampson will officiate. Interment will follow in the Alta Vista Cemetery in Gainesville.
The family will receive friends Wednesday beginning at 12 noon at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Dawson County Humane Society, the Dawson County Library, or to your favorite charity.
Condolences may be expressed at www.beardenfuneralhome.com.
Bearden Funeral Home, Dawsonville, GA.
