Wanda Jean Smith
February 14, 1937 - January 21, 2022
Wanda was born February 14, 1937, to Rafe and Ruby McKinney in Greene County, Arkansas. She was married to B.C. (Bernard) Smith in 1974 and they were together until his death 42 years later. Most of their time together they resided in St Louis County, Missouri. She is survived by her son, Page (Tracey) and grandchildren Evin and Luca, of Columbia Il, stepson Al Smith (Janet) of Tiger GA, stepdaughter-in-law Sharon Smith, of St Louis MO, sister Ouida Draffen (Roy) of Paragould AR, brothers Dr Dan McKinney (Linda) of Branson MO, Mike McKinney (Beverly) of Paragould AR, sister-in-law Eleanor Stanley of St Charles MO, brother-in-law Bill Bolar of Paragould AR, sister-in-law, Mary McKinney of Jonesboro, AR, and many dear nieces, nephews, and cousins. Wanda was preceded in death by her husband, parents, sister Willodean Bolar, brother Larry McKinney, and stepson Willard Smith. She fiercely loved her family, God, and serving in the church. She made many friends wherever she went and was regarded as thoughtful and sweet. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in her name to the Lottie Moon Offering . Leesman Funeral Home, Columbia, IL, handled arrangements.
Wanda was born February 14, 1937, to Rafe and Ruby McKinney in Greene County, Arkansas. She was married to B.C. (Bernard) Smith in 1974 and they were together until his death 42 years later. Most of their time together they resided in St Louis... View Obituary & Service Information