Helyn Smith

Helyn Smith

Helyn Smith, 82 of Shawnee, Kansas, passed away March 8, 2010.

 

Helyn was born December 27, 1927 in Sunbury, Ohio, to George and Ethel (Buchanan) Morrison and was one of nine siblings.  She worked as a beautician for many years, and was a member of American Legion Auxiliary Unit 327.

 

Helyn was preceded in death by her parents, siblings, and a grandson, Ronnie Bess.  She is survived by her husband Floyd T. Smith; by her son Okey Bess and his wife Jeri; two grandchildren, Brandon Bess and Christy Heath, her husband Philip, along with great-grandson, Damon. 

 

Memorial donations may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association in Helyn’s memory.

 

Visitation and Funeral Service

 

A visitation will be held from 12 noon to 1 pm, Thursday March 11, 2010, followed by the funeral service at 1 pm at the Amos Family Chapel of Shawnee.  A graveside service will be held at 3:30 pm at St. Joseph Memorial Park Cemetery in St. Joseph, Missouri.

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Posted by Obituaries on March 8, 2010     2 Comments

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  1. Bill & Vicki Gupton on March 11th, 2010 10:02 am

    Dear Mr. Smith, Okey & Jeri, Christy & Philip & all who mourn,

    We’re sorry to hear of the loss of your wife, mother & grandmother. All of you are in our thoughts & prayers as you lay her to rest today.

    Love to All,
    Bill & Vicki

  2. Don McQueen on March 14th, 2010 5:14 pm

    Okey and family;
    I just heard today of your mother’s passing. Please accept
    my sincere condolences.
    Don McQ

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