Willa Smith Obituary

We announce the death of Willa Smith in Paola, Kansas, born in Hillsdale, Kansas, who passed away on July 19, 2026, at the age of 93. Willa will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Willa Smith to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Edward Dalton and Alma Dalton. She is survived by: her children, Kristie Johnson (Rick), Kevin Smith and Will Smith; her grandchildren, Amanda Martell (Bruce), Cameron Johnson, Jay Smith, Julee Smith and Jess Louk; her great grandchildren, Johnson Martell, Olivia Martell, Maryn Johnson, Konlee Johnson and Lucy Smith; her children, Jay Smith and Debbie Smith; her brother Larry Hamm; her grandson Lance Hays; and her children-in-law, Sonya Smith, Nanette Smith and Bobby Hays.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donating to a local animal shelter.