Dr. Lou Alice Smith

Dr. Lou Alice Smith, 81, of Jackson, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, March 5, 2026. Born on June 15, 1944, in Crystal Springs, Mississippi, she was the daughter of the late Rev. D.D. Smith and Pinkie Lee Powell Smith.

A devoted educator, Dr. Smith spent her life shaping young minds and serving as a steady pillar in her community. Her commitment to learning and her quiet strength left a lasting impression on generations of students, colleagues, and neighbors.

She is remembered fondly by those whose lives she touched through her dedication, grace, and deep sense of responsibility to her family and community. Dr. Smith leaves behind a legacy of service and quiet leadership that will continue to inspire.