JoAnn Scarlett Smith, 91, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on August 06, 2024 at Wendover Hospice House in Shelby, NC.

She was born in Guilford County, NC, daughter of the late Tommy and Emmerline White Scarlett and was preceded in death by her husband of 54 years, Odus D. Smith Jr. and her son-in-law, Marty J. Negus. JoAnn was a longtime, faithful member of First Baptist Church where she participated in the Golden Fellowship. JoAnn worked as a hairdresser for a time. She and her husband owned Western Auto in Kings Mountain for many years, working side by side until their retirement in 1991. JoAnn enjoyed traveling the world. She and Odus visited countless countries worldwide. A wonderful homemaker, JoAnn enjoyed cooking for friends and family, doing cross stitch and visiting people who were unable to get out. She especially loved visiting the local retirement and nursing homes. She loved her family with her whole being and always made sure they felt her love and commitment to them. She was a dutiful wife, loving mother, and doting grandmother and great grandmother. JoAnn's memories and love will live in the hearts of many for a lifetime.

SURVIVORS: Children: Reverend Gregory Roy Smith and wife Reverend Dana C. Smith, Fort Mitchell, AL, and Teresa S. Negus, Kings Mountain, NC
Grandchildren: Jonathan Smith (Samantha), Gregory Smith (Madison), Heather York (Houston), Joshua Negus, and Austin Negus (Destiny)
Great Grandchildren: Mallory Bell, Chloe Eva, Saylor Ann, Maisey Grace, and Ella Catherine Smith

FUNERAL SERVICE: Monday, August 12, 2024 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church with Reverend Dr. John Sloan officiating

VISITATION: Monday, August 12, 2024 from 1:00 PM to 1:50 PM prior to the service in the Stained Glass Room of First Baptist Church

INTERMENT: Mountain Rest Cemetery, Kings Mountain, North Carolina

MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, donations in JoAnn's memory may be made to your local Salvation Army