Jeanne "Renee" Smith

Jeanne "Renee" Smith, a cherished member of her family and community, was born on March 16, 1954, in Ottumwa, Iowa. She passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025, in Port Arthur, Texas, at the age of 71.

Renee was the beloved daughter of Donald Eugene Cassill and Marilyn Moran Cassill, who predeceased her. Throughout her life, she exemplified the values of love and resilience instilled in her by her parents. She was also the loving wife of William "Bill" Smith, with whom she shared 33 wonderful years of marriage.

Renee is survived by her dear sister, Denise Jones, and her husband, Ken, from Standard, Illinois. She is also survived by her brothers, Byron Cassill and his wife, Angie, of Groves, Texas, and Tom Cassill of Port Arthur. The bonds she forged with her family brought her immense joy and fulfillment, and she remained deeply connected to them throughout her life.

Renee's legacy will be carried on by her family, who will forever remember her warmth, kindness, and the strong sense of unity she fostered among them. Her spirit will continue to inspire those who had the privilege of knowing her, as they celebrate her remarkable life and the memories that will forever live on in their hearts.