Helen Ramona Saulisbury Smoak (age 92) was the daughter of John and Vernon Saulisbury of Moncks Corner, South Carolina, and the wife of the late Irelon Smoak of St. George, South Carolina.

She was an honor graduate in high school and college, a certified school food service manager, and later served as department head supervisor and head Dietitian for St. George Health Care Center. A devoted member of Mt. Zion Baptist Church, she taught Sunday school and served as a leader and secretary of Adults on Mission. She was a charter founder and secretary of the St. George American Business Women's Association. Helen was a devoted wife and mother who kept her family grounded, sharing fishing trips, horseback rides, ball games, and everyday love. She was a delightful lady whose presence touched many lives.

She is survived by her sons, Gary (Darlene), John (Teresa), and Bill (James); four granddaughters, four step-grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by her husband, Irelon Smoak; her son, Rex Smoak; her granddaughter, Kim Smoak; her parents and in-laws; three brothers, and two sisters. She entered eternal rest at Brooks-Howell Nursing Facility in Asheville, North Carolina on September 12, 2026. She will be greatly missed by her family, and her love and memory will remain forever in our hearts.

Funeral Services will be held 11:00 AM Tuesday, September 15, 2026, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church with Rev. Steve Mims officiating.  Burial will follow in the church cemetery.  The family will receive friends an hour before the service, beginning at 10:00 AM in the church.