Alison Lynn Smoot-Pierce passed away on March 29, 2023, of complications from cancer. Alison was born in Memphis, Tenn., and raised in Sheridan, Ark. She graduated with a degree in Chemistry from University of Arkansas Little Rock, and attended graduate school in San Antonio, Texas, where she earned a master's degree in Biochemistry.It was in Texas where Alison met and married Michael Pierce. Prior to moving to Conway, S.C., Alison and Michael lived in Rockville, Md., where she worked at the National Institutes of Health. Alison was a gifted scientist who took immense pride in her research and enjoyed the process and complexity of biology.It was in Maryland where their son Zachary (Zach) Nathaniel was born. Alison and her family moved to Conway, S.C., where she taught a variety of courses in Biology at Coastal Carolina University. Alison had many interests and passions including a love of animals, art, music, crafting and science fiction literature. Nothing made her prouder and more complete than the time she was able to spend with and raise her son.Alison is survived by her husband, Michael; and son, Zachary; mother, Joy Ann Smoot; sisters, Alana Smoot and LeAnn Waddle; and six nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be planned for a future date. In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to local humane society organizations.

Published April 6, 2023

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