MENDOLOISE SMILEY

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Mendoloise Smiley, who peacefully departed this world on March 22, 2026, at the age of 65. Mendoloise was born on January 4, 1961, in the charming town of Ozark, Alabama, where she first graced the world with her gentle spirit and kind heart. She was the cherished daughter of Joe Hardgrove and Allene Bernice Bailey, who instilled in her the values of love, compassion, and resilience. Mendoloise's life was a testament to her unwavering dedication and passion, especially evident through her more than 20 years of service in retail management. Her career was not just a profession, but a calling where she touched countless lives with her warmth, understanding, and leadership. Her colleagues and clients remember her as a beacon of positivity and strength, always willing to lend a helping hand and share a kind word. Mendoloise's life was richly blessed with love and family. She shared a deep and abiding love with her devoted husband, Leonard Lowe, who was not only her partner in life but her unwavering support and confidant. Together, they created a home filled with laughter, love, and enduring memories. Mendoloise is survived by a large and loving family, who will forever cherish her memory and strive to honor her legacy. She leaves behind her beloved brother, Joe Hardgrove, and a host of nieces and nephews who adored her, including James K Hardgrove, Brianna S Hardgrove, William Brown, and Michael Douglas. Her grand nieces and nephews, Lylah Rodriguez, Kaleel Hardgrove, Xaliah Hardgrove, Zhaun Hardgrove, and Xena Harris Hardgrove, will always remember her as their guiding light and source of endless joy. Joshua Gibson, her dear god nephew, held a special place in her heart. Mendoloise's life will be celebrated with a service held on March 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM, in the loving home she shared with Leonard, located at 225 Fenwick Dr, Windcrest, TX 78239. This gathering will be a time to honor her remarkable life, share stories, and find comfort in the cherished memories she leaves behind. Though Mendoloise has left this earthly realm, her spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those who knew her and loved her. Her legacy of love, kindness, and service will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of sharing in her life. In our sorrow, we find solace in knowing that she is now at peace, embraced by the love of those who went before her. Rest in peace, dear Mendoloise. Your life was a blessing, and your memory will be treasured always.