Shelley Smith

Shelley Marie Smith graduated to her Eternal Life with her Savior, Jesus Christ on April 18, 2025 after a series of infirmities.  She was born on April 13, 1960, in Youngstown, Ohio to Donald G. and Elaine M. (Tripp) Smith, who proceeded her in death.

Shelley graduated from Unioto High School in 1978, where she played many sports including basketball and softball. She went on to graduate from Morehead University in 1982 with three degrees in Special Education.  During her summers she played on the Chillicothe Women's Softball League.

She worked for 35 years as a teacher at Chillicothe's Pioneer DD School.  Shelley was passionate about her students, an advocate for all, and provided lifelong support to past students including her "kid" Zac. She was an avid Ohio State fan of football and women's athletics. She was a dedicated animal lover.

She has fellowshipped, throughout the years at Calvary Baptist Church, First Wesleyan Church and Centerpoint Church, all in Chillicothe.

She leaves behind her beloved rescue dog, Tali, brother, Jeff and wife, Kandi, Smith of Florence, SC.  Her niece, Karri Smith and partner, Justin Wasson, and their son, Jude Wasson and daughters, Alyvia and Lila, of Miamisburg, OH.  Two nephews: Jared Smith of Florence, SC, and Kameron and wife, Katie Smith and their four children: Peyton, Delaney, Blake, and Wyatt of Troy, OH.  Her best friend and adopted sister: Conchitia "Chitia" Lewis, as well as Toni and Robert Harris, Joey and Chris Beverly, Wyvette Cooper, and Keith, and wife, Tyia Lewis and the entire Lewis crew.  Shelley was very fond of her special Uncle Herb and Aunt Shirlee and many cousins and many other people that were special to her.

We must include her long-time softball friends, her Pioneer family, and "dog group".  Shelley had a special gift of bringing family, friends, and associates into her community.

A Celebration of Life will be held in honor of Shelley on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 3:00 pm at Centerpoint Church at 144 Consumer Center Dr. Chillicothe, Ohio, 45601.