Tammy Alise Smith, 59, of Vidor, passed away Friday, April 25, 2025, at Mid-Jefferson Extended Care Facility in Beaumont, Texas. A native of Honolulu, Hawaii, Tammy made her home in Vidor for many years, where she touched countless lives with her compassion, humor, and boundless energy. Her love for animals led her to dedicate 15 years running PAWS of Beaumont, a pet rescue organization that found homes for countless four-legged friends. She is survived by her loving husband of 26 years, Jared Smith of Vidor, TX; sons Jason Manning of Hudson, Florida, Ryan Smith of Beaumont, Texas, and Taylor Smith of Vidor, Texas; and her 2 cherished grandchildren. Tammy is also survived by her brother Robert Thornton of Powder Springs, GA; sisters Sandy Poole of Jena, LA, Nalla Green of Deweyville, TX, and Maureen Pierce of Port Arthur, TX; along with numerous nieces and nephews.