Judy Hulsey Smith, age 70 of Demorest, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 10, 2021.  

Born in White County on October 7, 1950, she was a daughter of Mojean Thomas and the late Hubert Hulsey. Mrs. Smith retired in 2001 as a correctional officer from Lee Arrendale State Prison. She was an exceptional mother and wife and cared for everybody. Mrs. Smith loved her flowers and gardening. She was a member of Grace Baptist Church and her faith and being a Christian was important to her.  

In addition to her father, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Dewight Hulsey and Tim Hulsey. 

Surviving are her husband, Tommy Smith of Demorest; son and fiancé, Shane Palmer & Shelly Elrod; son and daughter-in-law, Bryan and Sarah Mote Moody; daughter, Misty Yeadon; grandchildren and spouse, Trevor & Caeli Palmer, Taylor Palmer, Tyler Yeadon, Kaitlin Helton, Morgan Moody; great-grandchild, Connor Garrard; sisters and brothers-in-law, Gail & Mark Pilgram, Lori & Tony Armour. 

A private family service will be held at a later date. 

Those in attendance are asked to please adhere to the public health and social distancing guidelines regarding COVID-19. 

An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com. 

McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.