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Hazel Smack

Jan 23, 2026 | Obituaries

Mrs. Hazel Mae Smack, 82, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026.

A native of Painter, Hazel was born to the late Johnnie Voyles and the late Ruby Voyles Mears. She was the beloved wife of the late Tommy Smack.

Hazel spent many years working as a waitress before retiring, and she was a faithful member of Zion Apostolic Church in Belle Haven.

Hazel will be remembered for her warm heart, strong faith, and devotion to her family and friends. She cherished time spent with loved ones and was especially proud of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

She is survived by her children, Mary Ann Justis (Ray), Georgie Lee Alaniz, Ella Mae Like, Sharon Parks (Tim), and Diann Bendix (Max); her longtime companion and best friend of over 10 years, Clayton Ray Parks; her sisters, Ethel Shuster and Shirley Anderson; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

Her memory will be lovingly cherished by all who knew and loved her.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, Jan. 31, at 6 p.m., at Doughty Funeral Home, with the Rev. Eric Levesque officiating. Friends will join family from 4 to 6 p.m. prior to the service. Inurnment will be private.

Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.doughtyfuneralhome.com

Arrangements were made by Doughty Funeral Home in Exmore.