Obituary for Andrea Jean Smith
Andrea Jean Smith, a devoted lifelong resident of Altus, Oklahoma, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her home on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at the age of sixty-five.
Andrea was born on May 19, 1960, in Altus, Oklahoma to Ronald Gene Parrish and Jo Ann (Ryan) Parrish. Raised and educated in her beloved hometown, she graduated from Altus High School in 1978. Shortly after, Andrea discovered her true calling in nursing, beginning her compassionate career at English Village Nursing Home in Altus. In 1980, she joined Jackson County Memorial Hospital, where she dedicated herself to caring for others until her retirement due to health challenges.
On December 26, 1981, Andrea married her childhood best friend, Randy Smith, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, beginning a loving partnership that spanned over five decades.
Andrea was a true saint, known for her boundless generosity and willingness to do anything for anybody. Her greatest joy came from helping others and tending to her cherished family, especially her children and grandchildren. She found simple pleasures in watching television, with the beloved sitcom "Friends" holding a special place in her heart. Her favorite movie, "The Wizard of Oz," was one she could happily watch on repeat, a testament to her enduring spirit and sense of wonder.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ronald Gene Parrish and Jo Ann (Ryan) Parrish; her brother, Stewart Parrish; her sister, Rhonda Parrish; and her sister-in-law, Lisa Parrish.
Andrea's loving legacy endures through her devoted husband, Randy Smith; her son, Casey David Smith, and his girlfriend Janette Garces; her daughter, Nikki Smith Byrd, and her husband, Christopher Byrd; and her adored grandchildren, Parker Smith and Leigha Aline Byrd. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her gentle heart and selfless nature.
Private family services will be held at later date. Lowell - Tims Funeral Home and Crematory, has been entrusted with the cremation arrangements.
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Andrea was born on May 19, 1960, in Altus, Oklahoma to Ronald Gene Parrish and Jo Ann (Ryan) Parrish. Raised and educated in her beloved hometown, she graduated from Altus High School in 1978. Shortly after, Andrea discovered her true calling in nursing, beginning her compassionate career at English Village Nursing Home in Altus. In 1980, she joined Jackson County Memorial Hospital, where she dedicated herself to caring for others until her retirement due to health challenges.
On December 26, 1981, Andrea married her childhood best friend, Randy Smith, at Tabernacle Baptist Church, beginning a loving partnership that spanned over five decades.
Andrea was a true saint, known for her boundless generosity and willingness to do anything for anybody. Her greatest joy came from helping others and tending to her cherished family, especially her children and grandchildren. She found simple pleasures in watching television, with the beloved sitcom "Friends" holding a special place in her heart. Her favorite movie, "The Wizard of Oz," was one she could happily watch on repeat, a testament to her enduring spirit and sense of wonder.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ronald Gene Parrish and Jo Ann (Ryan) Parrish; her brother, Stewart Parrish; her sister, Rhonda Parrish; and her sister-in-law, Lisa Parrish.
Andrea's loving legacy endures through her devoted husband, Randy Smith; her son, Casey David Smith, and his girlfriend Janette Garces; her daughter, Nikki Smith Byrd, and her husband, Christopher Byrd; and her adored grandchildren, Parker Smith and Leigha Aline Byrd. She will be deeply missed by all who knew her gentle heart and selfless nature.
Private family services will be held at later date. Lowell - Tims Funeral Home and Crematory, has been entrusted with the cremation arrangements.
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