Joyce J. Smith Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Joyce J. Smith (Sedalia, Missouri), whose life came to an end on December 25, 2025 at the age of 83, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joyce J. Smith to show support.

As Joyce departs from this earthly realm, her essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Joyce may no longer walk beside us, her spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Joyce leaves behind.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Harold Garrett and Pearl Garrett (Fredrickson); and her aunt Shirley Coffman. She is survived by: her husband Larry Smith; her children, Lisa Chapman of Beaman and Steve Smith (Paula) of Smithton; her grandchildren, Michele Cape of Orange, Ryan Chapman of Virginia Beach, Ryley Chapman of Beaman, Kimberly Smith of Smithton and Kristen Smith of Smithton; and her great grandchildren, Malory, Stephen and Ivana.