Joan Smith Obituary

The memory of Joan Smith of Quincy, Illinois, who passed away on December 21, 2025 at the age of 77, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Hubert Jr. Felker and Verna Felker (Logsdon); and her husband Roger Thies. She is survived by: her children, Dan Ruffcorn of Clayton, IL, Kevin Ruffcorn of Butner, NC and Amanda Caputo of Rushville, IL; her grandchildren, Macon Ruffcorn, Julia Ruffcorn (Dalton Campbell), Jacob Ruffcorn (Erica), Samuel Ruffcorn, Charisma Washington, Isis Washington, Madison Love (Mike Johnson), Audrey Love and Jackson Love; her siblings, Jean Butler (Bob Ruff) of Bowling Green, MO, Roger Felker (Sherry) of Elkhart, TX, Dana Chapman of Plainville, IL, Bruce Felker (Cathie) of Quincy, Judy Jenkins of Quincy and Sharon Beedle of Quincy; and her sister-in-law Lois.

Memorial contributions may be made to Transitions of Western Illinois.