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Laura D. Smith
January 24, 1939 - May 26, 2010

Mrs. Laura Dean Odom Smith was born on Tuesday, January 24, 1939, daughter of the late Bill Johnson and Carol Green Johnson Smith. She died Wednesday, May 26, 2010, at the family residence, at the age of 71 years 4 months and 2 days. Mrs. Smith was born in Florence, Ala. and had lived in Trumann for the past 30 years. She was a housewife and of the Pentecostal faith. Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by two step-sons, one step-daughter, one brother, and her parents, Bill Johnson and Carol Green Johnson Smith. Survivors include her husband, James Odom of Trumann, one daughter, Nora Helen Durst of Pacific Beach, Wash., one step-daughter, Melinda Cullums of Hoxie, Ark., one brother, Denny Johnson of Marked Tree, Ark., four sisters, Juanita Little of Montgomery, Ala., Mary Smith of Trumann, Janice Borden and Nina Coats both of Florence, Ala., 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Graveside service will be Friday at 11:30 a.m. at Holly Springs Cemetery near Harrisburg, Ark., with Rev. Jerry Dunning officiating. Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann will be in charge of arrangements. Active Pallbearers will be Keith Collins, Jerry Collins, Chris Thomas, Ricky Witt, Todd Glover, and James Davis. Honorary Pallbearers will be Jerry Dunning, Charles Odom, and Jimmy Snyder. Visitation will be Friday morning from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Thompson Funeral Home of Trumann. An online register book can be signed at www.thompsonfuneralhome.net.

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  1. martha gard, trumann ark. says
    May 30, 2010

    my condolences to thae family of laura odoms family . she was a friend and was a very sweet lady . we will all miss her, for everyone who knew her she was a wonderful lady god bless her family , she will be missed by many who knew her.

  2. Tommy & Norma Lyle, Red Hill, (Tallassee) AL says
    May 28, 2010

  3. Rosemarie , says
    May 28, 2010

    I'm sorry for your loss. I lost my father last year so I can understand your pain. Death is never easy to accept which is why it's called an enemy in the Bible at 1 Corinthians 15:26. But Jesus gave us a hope based on the Bible at John 11:25: "I am the resurrection and the life. He that exercises faith in me, even though he dies, will come to life." So, we will be able to see our loved ones again by means of the resurrection. Then we will never have to lose them again. Why can we say that? Because God has promised us this in the Bible at such scriptures as Isaiah 25:8, Isaiah 26:19, and Revelation 21:3-5. Isn't this good news? Please read these scriptures in your own Bible. Sincerely, Rosemarie

  4. Emily L Christian, Tallassee, Alabama says
    May 28, 2010

    To Juanita Little and Family,May God Our Father comfort you and bless you at this your time of need. The loss of one so dear brings pain to those of us remaining behind, but all of us that belong to Him find great joy in looking forward to that day we will once again be reunited. Thinking about you, Nita, and praying for your peace and comfort, in Jesus' Holy Name.Emily

  5. Judy Barlet, Eclectic, Alabama says
    May 27, 2010

    My Deepest Sympathies go out to you at this time. May God give you comfort as you grieve the loss of your loved one. Sincerely,Judy BarletLake Martin Community ChurchSister in Christ with Nita Little

  6. Sue Roberts, RedHill, Alabama says
    May 27, 2010

    NitaSo sorry to hear of your sisters passing, but knowing she is with the Lord is the greatest comfort you can have. You and your family, and hers, are in my prayers, praying that God be with you and give you the strength and peace that only He can give. I also pray that you and Tony have a safe trip home.Love you Sue

  7. Ray & Linda Hall, Red Hill, AL says
    May 27, 2010

    Juanita and family:We were saddened at your sister Laura's passing and lifted all of you up in our prayer meeting at Lake Martin Community Church last night. May God comfort you in your loss.Ray, Linda, & Steve

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