Friday, November 14, 2025 9:27 am

Sandra Jean Mullen Smith, 74, of Kings Mountain, NC, passed away on November 12, 2025 at Caromont Regional Medical Center in Gastonia, NC. Born December 3, 1950 in Champaign, IL, she was the daughter of the late Lester Eugene Mullen and Eileen Janet Hurren and was also preceded in death by her sister Cindy Mullen. Sandy met her husband George while he was stationed in Illinois with the Air Force and moved to Kings Mountain with him in early 1970 after his discharge. It was in Kings Mountain that she began a lifelong, thriving relationship with the Lord and was baptized at Macedonia Baptist Church. Her strong faith and belief directed her steps and ensured that she raised her sons in church and with godly principles. Sandy was the glue that held a big family together. She coordinated and hosted all gatherings and special events, always serving her famous broccoli casserole. Sandy was a loving wife and a dedicated mother who took in her boys' wives and loved them like her own daughters. She was the proud MawMaw of seven incredibly lucky grandkids and one great-grandson. Sandy thrived as a grandmother, playing, chasing, and loving on each and every grandchild. Each one held a special place in her heart. MawMaw Sandy provided a swimming pool, snacks, and all the love and support a person could offer. She was present for every sporting event, pageant, dance recital, and chorus and band concert. Sandy's love, warmth, and exemplary kindness will be dearly missed by all who were blessed enough to know and love her.

SURVIVORS: Husband of 55 years: George Smith, of the home
Sons: Craig Smith (Tiffany), Chad Smith (Tracy), and Cody Smith (Sunshine), all of Kings Mountain
Siblings: Linda Killoran of Warner Robins, GA and Rick Mullen of Champaign, IL
Grandchildren: Riley Brock (Heather), McKinley Johnson (Cameron), Charley Smith, Caden Smith, Carsen Smith, Christian Smith, and Bella Smith
Great-grandson: Manning Brock

The family will hold a memorial service on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 4:00 P.M. at First Baptist Church of Kings Mountain with Rev. David Turner officiating

The family will receive friends on Sunday, November 16, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. in the Parlor of Harris Funeral Home

Donations in Sandy's memory may be made to the American Cancer Society at www.cancer.org

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