Jessie Smith, 91, of Plant City, died Sunday, Aug. 23, 2015, at her home.
A native of Alamo, Georgia, Ms. Smith was the daughter of Claude and Dollie Mercer Smith. She was the owner of several companies, including Minute Maid Meats in Miami. She also owned an apartment complex, and worked for Bigby Electrical and Pan Am Chemical. She was an avid and successful stock trader, and very proud of her family.
She is survived by her brother, Harlen Smith (Evelyn); and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her siblings, Mary Lee Smith, Martha Watkins, Billy, Bob, Hilton and Earl Smith; and her longtime companion, Howard Drummond.
A funeral service was held Saturday, Aug. 29, at Haught Funeral Home in Plant City. Online condolences may be made at HaughtFuneralHome.com.
