Judy Kay Smith

Judy Kay Smith, 76, of Fayetteville, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2025, at her home surrounded by the love of her family. Born on February 13, 1949, in Shelbyville, Indiana, she was the daughter of the late Claude Chester Smothers and Mary Louise Elliott Smothers. Judy lived a rich and joyful life defined by her love for family, friends, and simple pleasures. She was an avid card and bingo player, often found enjoying a lively game with those she held dear. A devoted Elvis fan, she would frequently listen to his timeless tunes. Judy’s warmth and outgoing spirit shone brightly—she never met a stranger, welcoming all with her kind heart. Her family was her world, and she cherished every moment spent with them. Professionally, Judy brought her dedication and friendly nature to her work at Walmart Neighborhood Market in Springdale. Earlier in life, she thrived as a waitress and in retail, roles where her knack for connecting with people undoubtedly left a lasting impression. Judy was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Floyd Robert “Bob” Smith; her parents; her brothers, Michael Smothers and Bobby Smothers; her sisters, Linda Dyer, Faye Wilkerson, and Dolly Smothers; her daughter-in-law, Dawn Smith; and her grandson, Steven Krasner. She leaves behind a legacy of love in her four children: Floyd R. “Bobby” Smith II and his wife Elizabeth Wiclan, Tammy Sue Stamps and her husband Shannon, Barbara Jean Priest, and Joey Allen Smith. Judy is also survived by her brothers, Ronald Eugene “Ronnie” Smothers and his wife Mary, Scotty Smothers and his wife Kim, and Ricky Smothers; her sisters, Mae Dell Comstock and her husband Odie, Peggy Sue Milner and her husband Gary, and Christina Leffler and her husband Todd; nine grandchildren; and 8 ½ great-grandchildren, a testament to the growing family she adored. A graveside service to celebrate Judy’s life will be held on Friday, February 28, 2025, at 11:30 a.m. at Fayetteville National Cemetery, with Pastor Bryan Graham officiating. Visitation will take place earlier that morning from 9:00 to 10:30 a.m. at Sisco Funeral Chapel of Springdale. Online condolences may be shared at www.siscofuneral.com

Judy Kay Smith

February 13, 1949 - February 24, 2025