Our beloved mother, Alice Smith Abbott, 100, passed away Aug. 16, 2019, in Greenville, SC. She was born on Jan. 30, 1919, in Lewisburg, TN to the late Dr. and Mrs. Robert H. Smith. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 61 years, James C. Abbott, Sr.

She graduated from Marshall County High and received her BS Degree from Middle Tennessee College. She excelled in drama and speech and was awarded with a masque thespian necklace for acting excellence. After graduation, she returned to Marshall County High where she taught English, speech, and social studies.

She joined the First Methodist Church in Lewisburg when she was thirteen years of age. She was an active Methodist and devout Christian all her life.

She was a devoted wife and mother who adored her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. As an only child, she cherished her relationship with her husband’s family. She was known for her kindness to everyone. Her ability to say thank you uplifted all she came in contact with. Her life is a shining example of graciousness and daily expressions of thankfulness for all of her blessings in life.

She is survived by two children, James (Sue) Abbott, Jr of Greenville, SC and Blanche Young of Jacksonville, FL; four grandchildren, Jennifer (Stephen) Williams, Cameron (Sarah) Abbott, Raymond (Joanna) Young, Laura (Juan) Valdez; six great-grandchildren, Cody and Carter Williams, Carley, Caroline, Magnolia, and Westin Abbott.

Visitation will be Friday, Aug. 23, 2019, 9 a.m. till 10:30 a.m. at Spry Funeral Home in Huntsville, AL with a graveside service at 11 a.m. Maple Hill Cemetery in Huntsville, AL.

Memorials may be made to the First Methodist Church of Huntsville, AL.

Spry Funeral Home, Huntsville, AL in charge of the arrangements.