Miriam Winchell Van Alstyne Smith Obituary

The passing of Miriam Winchell Van Alstyne Smith (Raleigh, North Carolina) leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 11, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her mother Mary Una Van Alstyne; and her siblings, Wesley (Nanette), Charles, Sears, Thomas Van Alstyne and Patricia Plue.

She is survived by: her husband Donald Edward Winchell; her children, Sally Walden (Bill), Sandra Winchell (Dennis), Susan St. Amour and William Winchell; her grandchildren, Michal Bauer, Aaron Lee (Tonya) and Ashley St. Amour; her siblings, David Van Alstyne (Jeannette), Phyllis Miller (Donald), Susan Halpin, Beverly Krol (John), Eleanor Van Alstyne, Patricia Van Alstyne and Barbara Van Alstyne (Andrew Plue); Kylee St. Amour.

In honor of Mimi's giving spirit, memorial donations in her name may be made to the American Heart Association.