Matilda "Tay" Steed Smith, 93, of Port Arthur, Texas passed away Monday, April 9, 2012. "Tay" was born September 17, 1918 in Port Arthur, Texas to William H. Steed and Anna Rye Steed. She was married to Donald Charles Smith, Sr. for 55 years. She was a graduate of Port Arthur College in 1937 and earned her BA and BS degrees in 1942 from Texas State College for Women (now Texas Woman's University). She taught elementary school for one year. She and her husband lived in the Middle East for the first several years of their marriage and returned to Port Arthur. She was employed as a secretary for 20 years by Sabine Towing and Transport. She was a lifetime member and enthusiastic participant in the Port Arthur Little Theater and the Concert Association of Southeast Texas and also a member and contributor of the Texas Artist Museum. "Tay" was preceded in death by her half-brother, Walter Sims. Survivors include her husband, Don Smith, Sr.; sister Jim Everett of College Station; step-son, Don C. Smith, Jr. and wife, Jane of Tyler; grandsons, Matt and wife Emily Smith, Sean and J. D. Smith; great-grandchildren, Tobin and Heidi Smith and several nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be at 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 11, 2012 at Levingston Funeral Home in Groves with Reverend Carl VanDevender officiating. In leiu of flowers and other acts of kindness contributions may be made to: Port Arthur Little Theater, 4701 Jimmy Johnson Blvd., Port Arthur, TX 77642.
Matilda Tay Smith
1918 ∼ 2012
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Anonymous
April 11, 2012
We are so very sorry for your loss. May the love of friends and family provide comfort and peace during this difficult time.
Anonymous
April 11, 2012
On behalf of the entire Eugene C. Smith family, please accept our sincere sympathy at this time of great loss. Tay will long be remembered for her commitment to family and friends, and her dedication to strong values - she was not one to be swayed by the latest superficial fad. Tay's love of travel and adventure instilled a sense of excitement and joy to those lucky enough to be around her, unifying all of us and energizing everyone to make our own contribution to the community, each in our own way. Her appreciation of theater and art provided another venue for her to share her love and inspiration. Tay's extended family and friends will continue to carry on her good works and achievements for the benefit of future generations. God Bless and take care. Sincerely, Mr. and Mrs. Eugene C. Smith, Pittsburgh PA Roseann and Russell Luczak, Emmitsburg Maryland Gregory E. Smith, Baltimore Maryland
Anonymous
April 10, 2012
We send our condolences, love, and prayers to the Smith family. Tay was such a caring and loving person in Matt's life, and we praise God for that.
Anonymous
April 10, 2012
Tay's beautiful smiling face will truely be missed at the theater. She has been such an inspiration to those that have known her. God bless you and prayers to the family to find peace and comfort in God, knowing she is seeing and hearing all that you do from a better place, with no suffering and pain.
Anonymous
April 10, 2012
Don and Tay: I have been so fortunate to have this couple in my life. When I first became active in Port Arthur Little Theater, these two were already established legends. They have meant so much to us in our lives. Tay was a great actress, an accomplished director, and, most of all, a dear friend. She and Don have contributed more than anyone will ever know to their community,, their friends, and to the educational and cultural organizations of the area. Tay, you will be missed. Go with love..
Anonymous
April 10, 2012
Our thoughts and pray go out to you at this time, Don. The Lene's I always admired Tay determination to keep going and supporting the things that she loved. I will greatly miss her support and love coming from the front row out the theater.