Death date: Mar 13, 2020
Mary Thompson Smart, age 88 of Mableton passed away peacefully on March 13, 2020. Mary was a member of Mt. Harmony Baptist Church for 65 years. There she was a soloist and sang in the Sanctuary Choir. She taught the Junior Sunday Read Obituary
Carol and family,
We are so sorry to hear of Mary's passing and send our deepest condolences. We have wonderful memories of being at Venture Out when Bill and Mary would be visiting too. We spoke with Bill almost every day when he made his morning trek on his bike. Mary was so sweet and friendly and we were happy to have such great "neighbors" all those years. It is wonderful for them to be reunited now even though it is sad for those left behind. We are praying for comfort and peace for you and all of your family. Hope to see you at Venture Out soon. Take care.
Charlene and Charles Johnson
Heaven gained a beautiful Angel. Jeff and Carol, my condolences to both of you during this time.
A grand lady and just a wonderful, sweet person. Now she can be with her beloved Bill. We are better human beings for knowing them both.
Mary Smart was a friend of our family long before my time. She was a childhood and lifelong friend of my Aunt Katherine Stanley Bennett. She was a lifelong friend of my Mom, Jean Stanley Elliott. As a child, I admired Mary Smart, as the most beautiful, saintly lady I knew at Mt. Harmony. In Juniors, she led Sunday assemblies. She sang faithfully in the choir every Sunday. She set a Godly example before all of us Mt. Harmony kids. In my family, if the doctor was unavailable, Mrs. Smart was only a phone call and a short drive away. On one occasion, we went to her house for shots (what kind I do not recall). It was probably the only time in my life I wasn't happy to see Ms. Smart, even though she was gentle, kind and understanding.
Mary and Bill were Godly parents, setting a Godly example before Jeff and Carol, teaching them the precepts of God, and seeking the best opportunities for their growth. We took music lessons at Mt. Harmony, and sometimes had back-to-back lessons. Mary was faithful and dilligent, accompanying her kids to piano lessons, attentive to Dr. Bower's feedback, and assuring that they practiced daily, even when challenged by other demands.
To God be the glory for this saint of God who was influential in my Christian growth. Thanks to the saving grace of Jesus Christ, I look forward to a reunion with Mary and many other saints of the Lord in eternity.
My heart is broken. The first time I ever saw your Mom I was eight years old. It was my first visit to Mt. Harmony. I saw the prettiest lady I had ever seen singing in the choir. I wasn't used to a choir. The little church we attended didn't have one. I was fascinated. Watching her sing was the only thing I actually remember about that service. Growing up and becoming her friend was such a blessing. She was there for me during the worst time in my life. I called her our Angel of mercy. So many wonderful memories with your family. You playing in my yard and being in school things with my Jeff. I love you all so much. Praying for you and Jeff during this very hard time.
