Esther Dienst Smith, 103, of Bay City passed away Sunday, June 3, 2012. She was born February 28, 1909 in Parson, Kansas to the late Theodore F. & Dora H. Magner Dienst. They came to Bay City when Esther was 5 years old. She attended the Bay City Schools, and the C. I. A. College in Denton, Texas. Esther received her Teaching degree from Sam Houston State University late in life.

She and Carey Smith Jr. were married in Wharton, Texas, and were the parents of 2 sons: Vaden Miles and Manis Dale Smith. Esther and Carey spent their time in community service, and gave special attention to the Bay City Public Library. She was a member of St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Daughter's of the American Revolution, Study Club, Book Review, and was Captain of the Motor Corps during World War II.

Esther is survived by her son: Manis Dale Smith of Chapala Jalisco, Mexico; 2 grandchildren; and 4 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Carey O. Smith Jr. in 1993; son Vaden Miles Smith in 1991; and 2 brothers Theodore and Vance Dienst.

No services are scheduled at this time. In lieu of flowers, the family wishes donations be made to the Bay City Public Library, 1100 7th St., Bay City, TX 77414 or charity of choice.