Beloved Texas Woman Sue Ann Smith Dies at 81

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Sue Ann (Slaughter) Smith, a devoted Christian, wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away on February 25, 2026 at the age of 81. She was born in San Angelo, Texas in 1944 and later moved to Quannah where she met and married her husband Steve in 1968. Sue Ann spent over 30 years working at Landmark Title Company in Clovis, New Mexico while also being an active member of her local community, sewing and quilting for family and friends.

Why it matters

Sue Ann's life exemplified the values of faith, family, and service that are important to many in the local Texas community. Her passing is a loss felt by all who knew her and her story highlights the impact that dedicated, community-minded individuals can have over the course of a lifetime.

The details

Throughout her life, Sue Ann was known for her kindness, patience, and devotion to others. She created a warm, welcoming home for her family and was actively involved in her local church. After raising her three children, she worked for many years at the Landmark Title Company, where she was beloved by her colleagues. In her free time, Sue Ann enjoyed sewing and quilting, and was a member of the Courthouse Quilters group in Goldthwaite.

• Sue Ann was born on September 5, 1944 in San Angelo, Texas.
• She married her husband Steve on August 11, 1968.
• Sue Ann worked at Landmark Title Company in Clovis, New Mexico for over 30 years.
• She passed away on February 25, 2026 at the age of 81.
• A celebration of life will be held on March 14, 2026 in Goldthwaite, Texas.

What’s next

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 11:00 am at Stacy-Wilkins Chapel in Goldthwaite, Texas. Visitation will be held prior to the memorial starting at 9:30 am.