Celebrating the Life of
Sonia Smith
October 16, 1957 — April 13, 2023
Obituary
Sonia Smith passed away on Thursday, April 13, 2023, at the age of 65. She was born on October 16, 1957, in Manchester, Jamaica. She served as a social worker for the Department of Children's Services until her retirement in 2016. Sonia subsequently moved to Jamaica and was a professor in the Social Work Department of Northern Caribbean University.
Sonia enjoyed reading, sharing knowledge, and making a difference in the lives of those around her. She was preceded in death by her son, Kevin Watson (2006), and is survived by her children, Richard and Rhondeen Smith. Sonia also leaves behind her brother Trevor and her sisters Lauralee (Mark), Carmeta (Desmond), Maureen, Janet, Dawn, Brenda (Desmond), Karla, Audrey, Rosie, and Erica; her former husband and father of her children, Herbert Smith; her most faithful friend Lorna Wallen; and numerous cousins, co-workers, and friends.
Family and friends whose lives were touched by Sonia were invited to celebrate her life at Northern Caribbean University Gymnasium on Friday, April 28, 2023, at 11:30 a.m. Please wear bright colors. The link to the stream will be provided prior to the service.
Live Steam Link: https://www.youtube.com/live/Ak_QUDFOuQ0?feature=share
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To Richard and Rhondeen, mom has left this earthly life, but find comfort in the legacy of the life she lived. Sonia, sleep and take your rest. We love you well but Jesus loves you best. May your soul rest in God's eternal peace 🕊 🕊 🕊.
I took mom out for her 60th birthday. Getting treated was both a delight and a source of distress as she'd worry about the cost. I'm glad mom would let me treat her even if she did fuss. She's done so much for me, so it was always a pleasure to treat her.
Shiloh Seventh-Day Adventist Church - Springfield Massachusetts late 1980’s
A little bit of my sister will always live on in me! For the first eight years of my life I thought my Sonia was my cousin. When I first found out that we were sisters I realized why we truly cared for each other. Sonia's temperament was reticent, but she still found ways to make everyone crack up. Our last conversation will be embedded in my mind and heart. I wish I could share🥰 My fondest memories of Sonia are the ones we shared when I migrated to the U.S.A. I extremely happy I spent precious times with her on several occasions, and got th ed chance to get to know each other on a deeper level as sisters. I will always hold you in my heart and soul Sonia! May you be a guiding Angel to Richard and Rhondeen. Your siblings, Donovan, Winsome, Rosemarie and Brenda will miss you. Sleep on sister, until we meet again🕊
The lost of a love one is very difficult, but when you are assured that your love one is in the arms of Jesus, you will find peace perfect peace. Today I am remembering my sister Sonia a dedicated Christian who loved the Lord. My sister was very smart, ambitious and hardworking. RIP my dear sister, sleep and take your eternal rest. You will always be remembered.
2019 Coleyville Manchester Precious memories, how they linger!
Live Stream of Memorial Service: https://www.youtube.com/live/Ak_QUDFOuQ0?feature=share
Dear family, Cultivate restfulness, and commit the keeping of your souls unto God as unto a faithful Creator. He will keep that which is committed to His trust. He is not pleased to have us cover His altar with our tears and complaints. You have enough to praise God for already, if you do not see another soul converted. But the good work will go on if you will only go forward, and not be trying to adjust everything to your own ideas. Let the peace of God rule in your hearts, and be ye thankful. Let the Lord have room to work. Do not block His way. He can and will work if we will let Him.— - ChS 243.2
“I serve a Risen Savior” Who will one day receive us as immortal beings to live with Him in His glorious kingdom. We send our sincerest condolences to the Johnson - Smith family, especially to Sonia’s kids and siblings. Sonia said her goodby but the hope we all have in Jesus Christ is sure and secure. We will all see her again as we meet again around the Throne of God. Those who have gone before have left us as strong, unbroken links in this Johnson family of love. From: Uncle Ned’s Clan
My cousin and my longtime friend! Distance separated us over the years but I’ll have fond memories of all our talks, prayers, girl jokes and your seriousness although not serious! RIP Sonia! It won’t be too long until the trumpet of the Lord shall sound and death will be no more. My condolences to Richard, Rhondeen, Donovan, Lauralee, Rosie, Brenda and Herbert (former husband).
May God's love make your grief bearable.
My sincerest condolences Richard and Rhondeen. Have hope in tomorrow, have faith in the everlasting, and take comfort in the love of friends and family.
Sincerest of condolence to the families on the behalf of Uncle Zeph’s family . We share in your loss , and we pray that God will comfort your hearts and grant y’all his peace and comfort during this very difficult and sad time . Rest in sweet peace Sonia , until that great getting up morning .
I am deeply sorry for the passing of my dear cousin Sonia , my sincere condolences goes out to her beloved daughter and her son . Her sisters Carmeta Walker (winsome ) Morrine , Rosie Brenda Laura , Donavan all the other sisters and the entire family circle .wishing that God will grant each and every one comfort and strength . My family and i send our condolences from St. Maarten Rest well with the angels Sonia we miss you 🙏
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.
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