Nancy Evelynne Knipp Smith, 84, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on May 27, 2020 in Kings Mountain, NC.

Born in Greene County, TN, she was the daughter of the late JD and Pauline Knipp. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by Joseph Rivers Smith, husband of 45 years, and brother Jimmie Knipp. Nancy was an active member of St. Matthews Lutheran Church in Kings Mountain where she had served as the President of the Church Council and director of St. Matthews Preschool. She had been active in book clubs, garden clubs, and bridge clubs. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend and will be missed by all who knew her.

SURVIVORS: 1 son: J. Rivers Smith (Carolyn Jane), Brevard, Nc

2 daughters: Jodi Smith McDaniel (Mark), Kings Mountain, NC; Joni Smith Pierce (J. Eric), Matthews, NC

7 Grandchildren: Joshua and wife Erin, Tyler and wife Katie, Joe, Rheanna, Heather and husband Darren, Crystal, and Jennifer.

6 Great Grandchildren: Abigail, Hannah, Lydia, Kyleigh, Amelia, and Cowan

FUNERAL SERVICE: A private service will be held

A Public Service will be held at a later date.

MEMORIALS: General Fund at St. Matthews Lutheran Church 201 N Piedmont Ave #3030, Kings Mountain, NC 28086; St. Matthews Preschool 201 N Piedmont Ave #3030, Kings Mountain, NC 28086; or Hospice of Cleveland County 953 Wendover Heights Drive | Shelby, NC 28150

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ARRANGEMENTS: HARRIS FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATION SERVICES, KINGS MOUNTAIN, NORTH CAROLINA