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Betty Jean Smith

January 8, 1950 — March 25, 2024

Betty Jean Smith – 74 of Lakeland, GA passed away Monday, March 25, 2024 at South Georgia Medical Center, Lanier Campus after a lengthy illness. She was born in Broxton, GA on January 8, 1950 to Charles & Lucille (Grimes) Hadsock. She retired from the Alapaha Judicial Circuit for Child Support Services after 30 years of service. She was a member of Southside Baptist Church and also attended Knights Memorial Missionary Baptist Church. She enjoyed working in her flower beds, watching the Atlanta Braves but her heart was full when she was surrounded by her family, especially her grandchildren.
Survivors Include: Husband of 57 years: Jerry Smith, Lakeland, GA; Daughter: Missie Dillingham (Reid), Willacoochee, GA; Son: Hank Smith (Michelle), Lakeland, GA; Grandchildren: Alexis Starling of Lake Park, GA, Jenna Smith of Lakeland, GA and Addie Smith of Lakeland, GA; Sister: Sue Barnhill (David Yancey), Valdosta, GA; Nephew: Chuck Barnhill (Chris Dillard), Chris Barnhill (Teresa), Craig Smith (Wendy) and Niece: Freida Forrest.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Thursday, March 28, 2024 at Southside Baptist Church with burial to follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Lakeland, GA. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Kind words and expressions of sympathy can be left for the family at www.musicfuneralservices.com . The Smith family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Lakeland.
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