Rose L. Smith a longtime resident of New Rochelle departed this life June 25,2009. Born to Richard and Rebecca (Richardson) Word October 4,1925 in Halifax, VA. A graduate of New Rochelle public schools and a lifetime member of Holy Lighthouse Church. United in marriage to Rev.Willie Smith who predeceased her. Retired from Security with the New Rochelle Board of Education. Family to receive friends Sunday 2-4pm Barney T. McClanahan F.H. 30 Winthrop Ave., New Rochelle.Then 5-6:30pm Bowen Mem. Baptist Church, 14 N. Columbus Ave. Mt. Vernon. Funeral 6:30pm Bowen Mem Baptist Church. Interment Monday Beechwoods Cemetery.