Smith, Virgie McCord ~ Obituary

1903 Calhoun Monitor
October 8

Mrs. Virgie McCord Smith was born January 27th, 1862, died July 15, 1903. She was the granddaughter of the late W. P. Cooke Esq. and Capt. T. K. McCord. Her father, Mr. James McCord, having lost his life in the late civil war, her mother, Mrs. Angie Cooke McCord, was married to the late Hallie Fox of West Point, Miss., in whose family the deceased received rare oral and religions culture. She had the benefit of collegiate training at the State University.

Early in life she was born into the Spiritual Kingdom which gave the finishing touch to her beautiful character. She was a useful member of the Missionary Baptist church.

In 1884, Jan. 20th, she was married to Mr. James Smith of Benela, whose home she graced with liberal hospitality. Her highest ambition was to quietly reflect the Divine light which illuminated her own heart. Just when her presence was the greatest benediction, she was called from the family circle, consisting of a kind husband an affectionate son and little daughter and a loving mother-in-law.

She was the sunshine of our lives. A blessing in her home. Just when we learned her most to prize, God claimed her for his own... Signed: Jennie Magness Sept. 22, Slate Springs, Miss.