Smith-Jackson Funeral Home | Danville, KY

Obituary For Sophronia Reese

DUE TO COVID-19 SERVICE IS LIMITED TO 25 PEOPLE

Funeral Arrangements

Smith-Jackson Funeral Home 446 Bate Street Danville, Kentucky

Friday, October 16, 2020

Walk-thru Visitation: 11:00 am Until 12:45 pm

Private Funeral Service 1:00 p.m.

Burial: Hilldale Cemetery Duncan Hill Road Danville, Kentucky

Sophronia Ann Leavell Reese departed to be with her heavenly father on October 11, 2020. She was preceded in death by one granddaughter, TaKisha Faulkner. Sophronia was the last living child of seven siblings—Ramona Richards, Scottie Wilkerson, Louise Ford, Georgie Leavell, Clinton Leavell and Bill Leavell—all born to Tom and Ethel Leavell of Garrard County.

Sophronia Reese was born on April 26, 1926 in Flatwoods, Kentucky. She attended Stoney Point Colored School and moved to Cincinnati, Ohio as a young woman. After returning to Danville, Kentucky in 1978, she worked as a nurse and caretaker for many years. She confessed her belief in Christ at an early age and was baptized at Flatwoods Baptist Church in Garrard County under the Reverend William H. Mills. She later joined the Clifton Baptist Church under the Reverend James A. Landrum and later joined with the Salvation Army Church in Danville, Kentucky. She loved her Salvation Army Church family and served there faithfully until her health began to deteriorate. “Mama Fronia”, as she was known loved her family and looked forward to spending time with them, especially during the holidays. Watching The Young and the Restless and the Cincinnati Reds on TV were two of her favorite pastimes.

Sophronia leaves behind to cherish her memory her two children Martha Ann Leavell Wilkinson and Michael (Brenda) Thomas Hughes; grandchildren Bonnie (John) Wilkinson Barnes, Bobby Wilkinson, Jr., Bridget Wilkinson Stanfield, Craig McKitric, Nikki (Dwayne) Southerland, Tamara Hughes, Gerald Hughes and Sheree Green; 13 great-grandchildren, 6 great-great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, a host of friends and a very special friend and caregiver, Terrie Hammonds.

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Guest Book

Martha and Michael you have my deepest sympathy! I loved your mom and was so happy to see her when we came to town. Our family especially Minnie, Francis, Tina and myself will miss our visits with her. We couldn't visit her as often as we'd like too but know she was always in our thoughts and prayers. I pray that God will give you comfort during your time of grieving. If i can be of any service to you all please let me know. Sincerely The Waukegan, Illinois Leavell Family

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Martha and Michael sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother. Lyda Smalley

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So sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. May God strengthen and comfort you during this time. Bettie Walker and family

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So sorry for your loss my prayers are with your family

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Family, We were so sorry to hear of Ms. Sophronia's passing. We both remember her as being a very nice and sweet lady. She will be missed. God bless this family thru this difficult time now and always. Love and prayers. Jackie and Kathleen M. Lewis

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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