Rachel Smith McInnis, age 90, of Jacksonville, Arkansas passed away on August 22, 2026. She was born in Collierville, Tennessee on May 4, 1936 to the late Ananias and Ora Lee Smith.
Rachel is also preceded in death by her brothers Verdsee Smith, Jimmy L. Smith, Odell Smith, and Arthur Smith; sisters Dorothy Tolor and Beatrice Lucas; and her husband Reverend Johnny L. McInnis.
She leaves behind her brothers Elbert Smith (Ida Mae) and Jesse James Smith; sisters Mary Elizabeth Niter (Atris) and Wigilia Smith; five children Pamela P. Wiseman, Marilyn Y. Smith, Michael G. Smith, Shawn McInnis, and Kimberly Brumfield (Quardrick); many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces and nephews whom she adored.
She worked for the airlines in Memphis as a cook for Cisco foods. She later transitioned into working a cleaning business for 45 years. She was married to the late Reverend Johnny L. McInnis.
Rachel was a servant leader and a Sunday school teacher for nearly 30 years. She lived for traveling with her kids and grands, and she chaperoned youth for their events for the local church. She enjoyed playing music, cooking and cleaning her home, and she loved to bake for church members. She was always the best dressed. Everyone was welcomed in her home, and she never met a stranger.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, September 5, 2026 at 11:00am at Sylvan Hills Church of Christ; 117 W. Maryland Ave, Sherwood, AR 72120.
Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com
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Words time and space want allow me time however sis Mcinnis was a special jewel never had a bad word or a bad day. We had so many fun memories I will always share. God needed her home with Him. Kim I know God will see you through this difficult time. I love you. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Yours-In-Christ
Sis Hall.
Aunt Rachel was the sweetest, hardworking person. She loved her family very much. I will miss her greatly.
Rachel was an exceptional grandma, mother, friend, and community advocate. She will truly be missed.
My Auntie will truly be missed, I am so thankful for the time and moments of these past few months I was able to visit with you and give you hugs and kisses, and see you laugh, smile and make jokes!! forever in my heart. Rest well my beautiful Auntie, until we meet up again! LOVE! Love!!
Aunt Rachel you will be dearly missed, R.I.P
Our Dear Sis Rachel McInnis🙏🏾 You will be deeply missed. A great Sunday school teacher for my children and a Wonderful Sister in Christ.
John 14:1…Let not your heart be troubled. To my dear best friend Kimberly(Qiadrick$,you all will be blessed for loving and treating Mother Rachel all that was required. Lamont and I, along with Mother Magee & family will keep you in our hearts.
Sending sincere condolences and prayers to you and your family! Gods will give you the strength to sustain you in the days to come 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼💙💙💙
I will miss my sister in love. Rachel was my oldest brother’s wife. I miss her sweet smile and good cooking. She was a God fearing woman. She truly enjoyed being with her family. I enjoyed hearing her talking about God’s word. We will miss you Rachel. 💔
Ms. Rachel was an example to many women. A great wife, mother, sister, auntie, friend and sister in Christ.
She will be missed but has left many with memories to last a lifetime.
RIP Auntie you will be missed. Sorry I cant make it to see you off. Just know you are Loved
Ms. Rachel,
You will be missed. Loved being able to sit with you and bring you your coffee. Rest well.
Forever grateful for the time I spent with my grandmother. She was loved by many and her legacy will live on. You will be missed, Grandma. Rest peacefully. I love you.
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