Tinesha R.

Smith

Tinesha Renae Smith, lovingly known as Niecy and Titi, passed away on September 11, 2025, in Toledo, Ohio, at the age of 52. She was born on October 27, 1972, in Toledo, Ohio, to Linda D. Smith and Ervin L. Smith.

Tinesha grew up in Toledo, where she attended Sherman Elementary, Leverette Middle School, and graduated from Woodward High School. She later pursued post-graduate classes at Owen's Community College and the University of Toledo. Dedicated and hardworking, she spent nearly a decade serving as a Corrections Officer for the Lucas County Sheriff's Department.

From her earliest days in Moody Manor and the Stickney neighborhood, Tinesha built lifelong friendships and created a community of surrogate siblings who remained close throughout her life. Her bold personality, honesty, and caring spirit touched everyone she encountered. She was known for "taking no mess" and living life with confidence and style.

Tinesha's greatest pride and joy was her daughter, Jasmin Jenkins, with whom she shared countless cherished moments, especially shopping trips that became treasured memories. She also shared a special bond with her niece, Damiyah Smith-Walker. Her passions included writing poetry, baking, shopping, trying new foods, and exercising. A true lover of fashion and the finer things in life, Tinesha also enjoyed crystal, traveling, champagne, and above all, her faith in God. Her favorite pastime was spending time with her family, and her favorite song lyric, from Michael Jackson's "We Are the World," reflected her giving heart and belief in unity.

She was preceded in death by her grandparents Mary Hollis, Therman Hollis, and Ervin Smith Sr.; uncles Ronnie "Moe," Wayne, and Jerry Stewart; sister, Mary Smith; and other dearly loved family members

Tinesha is survived by her parents, Linda D. Smith and Ervin L. Smith; her beloved daughter, Jasmin Jenkins; grandmother, Robbie Polk; brothers, Ervin "Pookie" Smith III and Deon Hopkins; bonus sister, Nia Tatum; and a host of nieces, nephews, surrogate siblings, and special friends.

Tinesha's life was defined by her bold spirit, devotion to family, love for her daughter, and the joy she brought to others. She will be deeply missed but forever remembered.