Anita Smith Cleveland

Anita Smith Cleveland age 93, of Cumming, Georgia formerly of Alto, Georgia passed away on Tuesday, November 18, 2025.

Mrs. Cleveland was born on April 27, 1932 in Atlanta, Georgia to the late Alton and Nina Griffin Smith. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband of 64 years, L.W. "Buster" Cleveland, Jr.; son-in-law, David Chapman; as well as four grandsons, Cody Cleveland, Ben Kimbrell, Chris Chapman, and Bart Kimbrell.

She was a member of First Baptist Church of Cornelia. Anita had a deep love for beauty and creativity. She enjoyed traveling, and exploring new places. At home, she expressed her artistry through decorating, transforming spaces with warmth and charm. She was also a talented pianist, and her music brought her great comfort and joy.

Survivors include her loving children: daughter, Jill Chapman, of Milledgeville; daughter and son-in-law, Holly and Mark Murphy, of Dawsonville; son and daughter-in-law, Vann and Kathy Cleveland, of Atlanta; four grandchildren, Shane Murphy, Kyle Murphy, Taylor Cleveland; great-grandchildren, Oliver Murphy, Violet Murphy; brothers and sisters-in-law, Thurston and Diane Smith and Wayne and Evelyn Smith.

Private Graveside Services will be held at Yonah Memorial Gardens.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association, 1 Billy Graham Parkway, Charlotte, NC 28201 or www.billygraham.org

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.