06/04/2026
Loving Memory of
Catharine Henry Nesmith
November 8, 1955 – June 2, 2026
With gratitude for a life well lived and a heart well loved, we celebrate the life and legacy of Catharine Henry Nesmith, who peacefully departed this life on June 2, 2026, at the age of 70.
Born on November 8, 1955, in Lee County, South Carolina, Catharine was the beloved daughter of Mae Belle Henry and her father Golden Hudson, both of whom preceded her in death. She was lovingly adopted and raised by Frances T. Bryant and James L. Bryant, who also preceded her in death and provided her with a foundation of faith, family, and resilience that guided her throughout her life.
Catharine was a 1973 graduate of Sumter High School. She earned her associates degree in Human Resources from Sumter Area Technical College in 1975. Upon completing her degree, she worked at Benton Dickinson-Sumter Campus until her retirement in 2011.
Catharine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend. She was united in marriage to her beloved husband, Reon Nesmith, Sr., with whom she shared a life of love, commitment, and family.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Brenda Henry; her adopted brother, Danny Bryant; her adopted sister, Frances Ann Bryant; and her special cousin, Geneva Walker.
She leaves to cherish her memory her husband, Reon Nesmith, Sr.; her stepchildren, Reon Lee Nesmith, Jr., Jeremy Nesmith, and Shannon Smith; and her treasured grandchildren, Tristen Nesmith, Abigail Nesmith, and Jacob Nesmith.
Catharine is also survived by her loving sister, Dorothy Henry Toney; her adopted brothers, James Bryant, Jr. and Kenneth Bryant; and her adopted sister, Gail Allen. She further leaves a host of beloved nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, extended family members, church family, and friends whose lives were enriched by her presence.
Catharine will be remembered for her strength, kindness, unwavering love for family, and her ability to bring warmth and encouragement to those around her. Her life was a testimony of perseverance, compassion, and grace. Whether through a comforting word, a caring gesture, or simply her presence, she left an enduring mark on the hearts of all who knew her.
As Scripture reminds us: "I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith." II Timothy 4:7
Though Catharine has departed from this earthly life, her legacy of love, faith, and family will continue to live on in the generations that follow.
Friends and family will be received for a viewing on Friday, June 5, 2026 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at Washington Funeral Home, 1411 6th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010.
Homegoing Service will be at Mount Washington Church of God, 2100 11th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010, on Saturday, June 6, 2026 with a viewing at 10:00am and service beginning at 11:00am.
Repast will be at Christ Temple, Hobson Hall, 2420 9th Avenue, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 at 1:00pm.
Additional homegoing service will be at Williams Funeral Home, 821 N. Main Street, Sumter, SC 29150 on Wednesday, June 10, 2026 at 11:00am. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery, 802 N. Guignard, SC 29150.
Lovingly Submitted by the Family: Reon, Sr., Reon, Jr., Jeremy, Tristen, Abigail, Jacob, Shannon, and the entire Nesmith, Henry, and Bryant families.
If you would like to send flowers to Sumter, South Carolina for Catharine’s final service, please call 803-847-8307 roses florist.
