Geneva Jennings Smithers Stone
Geneva Smithers Stone, 86, born on April 19, 1940, beloved mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend passed away ready to see her mom and daddy on Thursday, April 23, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of strength, kindness, and deep gratitude for life’s simple blessings.
Geneva was a strong and independent woman whose life was marked by her warm spirit and appreciation for others. She had a special way of making people feel valued, always expressing heartfelt gratitude for even the smallest acts of kindness. Her joy was contagious, and she brought light and laughter into the lives of those around her.
She found delight in life’s simple pleasures, especially shopping at thrift stores, Goodwill, and collecting dolls—treasures that reflected her unique personality and joyful heart.
Above all, Geneva cherished time with her family. She was a devoted mother to her children, Randy (Teresa) Smithers, Tony (Anjelenia) Smithers, and Anna (Lance) Starks, and a proud and loving grandmother to Meagan, Sophia, Will, Lily, Randy, Nick, and Jessica. Her love also extended to her great-grandchildren, the joy of her life, Liberty Grace and Emmie Marie, with whom she shared many special and memorable moments. As well as step-grandchildren Hannah, Myra, and Jake—and five step-great-grandchildren, who showed great love to Geneva .
She was preceded in death by her parents, James Stanley and Gertrude Towler Jennings; her first husband, William Lewis Smithers (1965); her second husband, Bobby Stone (1996); her brothers, Bobby Jennings and Junior Jennings; and her sister, Dorothy Jennings.
Geneva is survived by her sisters, Nancy Motley and Joyce (Ed) Cundiff, both of Lynchburg, Virginia, and Jane Moore of Danville, Virginia. Also, several nieces, nephews, and extended family members.
Her faith gave her comfort and hope, and she looked forward with peace to being reunited with her family in Heaven with Jesus.
Geneva’s life was a beautiful example of gratitude, love, and quiet strength. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered by all who knew her.
A service to celebrate Geneva’s life will be held at Norris Funeral Services, Mt. Hermon Chapel (3995 Franklin Turnpike, Danville, VA 24540) on Monday, April 27, 2026 at 2:00pm, with Pastor Brad Lewis officiating. Interment will follow at Highland Burial Park, Danville, VA. A visitation will be held on the same day prior to the service from 1-2:00pm, at Norris Mt. Hermon Chapel. There will also be a visitation following the interment at 4:30pm at River Oak Church of God, in the Fireside Room, at 120 River Oak Drive, Danville, VA 24541.
The family asks that you honor her memory by modeling her example—showing kindness and gratitude to those around you, just as she did every day.
