MRS. MARY BETTY SMITH, 88, of Old Town, passed away Wednesday, April 30, 2008 at the Haven Hospice in Chiefl and. She was born in Monroe, Louisiana, and was an active member of the community. Being an avid reader and painter, she was a member of Friends of the Library in Dixie County and was instrumental in setting up the branch library in Cross City. She was also a very active member of the Old Town United Methodist Church. She is survived by her sons Frank Smith, III and his wife Donna of Monticello, FL and John Smith and his wife Janet of Old Town; daughter, Suzanne Redditt of Old Town; 5 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren. A memorial service was held at the Old Town United Methodist Church Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at 11:00 a.m. with Rev. Carl Rainear offi ciating. In lieu of fl owers, donations may be made to Haven Hospice, 311 NE 9th Street, Chiefl and, FL 32626 or to the Old Town United Methodist Christian Women, PO Box 637, Old Town, FL. Arrangements were placed under the care of the Rick Gooding Funeral Home, Cross City, Florida, 352-498-5400.