She was born July 17, 1938 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late Thomas and Ruby Smith; Ethel came here from Hampton, Virginia 40 years ago. She was a retired manager from Blimpy’s Restaurant and was of the Christian faith.

Ethel was preceded in death by her daughter, Julie Brayley; granddaughter, Sarah Davis; and brother, Billy Smith. She is survived by her sons, David Anderson (Shari) of Richmond, Virginia, Joseph Anderson (Lavern) of Doylestown, Ohio; Thomas Anderson of Lake Wales; and Jace Anderson of Indian Town, Florida; sixteen grandchildren; several great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren.

No services are schedule at this time.