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Friday, January 23, 2026
First Missionary Baptist Church
1121 Green Street, Moore Haven, Fl33471
5-7 pm
Funeral Service
Saturday, January 24, 2026
Pentecostal Faith Cathedral
1135 Elwood Ave, Moore Haven, Fl 33471
11am
Interment
Harlem Memorial Gardens
Send flowers to the service of Irene M. Smith
Rene Bess sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Irene M. Smith - January 22, 2026
I grew up in Benbow with Aunt Rene, she was always a bright light with a smile and the question a chubby little boy love to hear, "are you hungry". I spent so many days watching her sit under the cool oak trees using bit and pieces of cloth to make a quilt. Unfortunately, my memories of Aunt Rene are rooted in the past because I move across the country and it has been decades since I was in Florida. We last saw each other at my mother's funeral in 2013 and she gave me a hug and said, "be sure to get food before you go". A caring soul even in her grief. She was loved and she will be missed
To My Family, I send my deepest condolences to you all. Remembering Aunt Rene and her spirit. Growing up was such a joy knowing that her wittiness could bring a child so much joy. Closing my eyes I can still see and hear her laughter. Thank you to our Heavenly Father for allowing such a beautiful spirit to be apart of our lives. To my cousins, my prayers are with you all. To daddy.. I love you past heaven. Blessings and love each of you. Mom thought the world of all of you and often spoke of you all. Aunt Zola Mae (praying for you) May the father bring you all peace and comfort. Love you all! Gloria and Family
Rest in peace Mrs. Rene, you were a kind spirit and you always treated me like I was one of your own. Sending prayers to your children and family who loved you dearly.
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