Julette Driskell Smith

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Julette Driskell Smith, age 100, a beloved mother, "MeMaw", sister, and friend. She left this world peacefully on August 9, 2026, surrounded by her loving family at her residence in Theodore, Alabama. Born on July 2, 1926, in Wilmer, Alabama, she lived a rich and fulfilling life, dedicating herself to her family and the art of sewing as a talented seamstress, using her skills to design clothes without patterns, and fitting one perfectly by measurements. Julette graduated from Tanner Williams School in 1943 and was a devoted member of Cedar Grove Missionary Baptist Church since 1959. Her faith was strong, and she enjoyed fellowship with others as she worshiped the Lord Jesus Christ.
Her warmth, kindness, and unwavering spirit touched the lives of all who knew her, and her legacy will live on in the hearts of her family and friends.

Julette was preceded in death by her parents, Dewitt and Iva Driskell; husband, Al Smith; daughter, Karen Parrillo; and eleven siblings.

Those left to cherish her memory are her loving children, Bobby Richardson, Sandra Richardson Gregory (Dean) and Don Richardson (Kathi); two brothers, Everette Driskell (Bonita) and Basil Driskell; numerous grandchildren; great grandchildren; great-great grandchildren; other relatives and friends.

Family and friends are invited to gather in remembrance and celebration of Julette's life in the chapel of Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home where we will honor her remarkable journey and the impact she made on those around her. A public visitation will take place on August 14, 2026, from 1:00 PM until the 2:00 PM Funeral Service with Bro. T.J. Parker officiating. Following the service, Julette will be laid to rest in Mobile Memorial Gardens. Active pallbearers will be Randy Wilson, Dillon Thomas, Don Cronn, Jason Bunn, Darryl Vickery and Chance Richardson.

The family invites everyone who loved Julette to join them as they bid farewell to a truly extraordinary woman whose life each of us was privileged to share. In this time of sorrow and reflection, may we find comfort in the memories of Julette Driskell Smith, a woman whose love and laughter will forever resonate in our hearts.