Jacqueline Smith's Obituary
Jacqueline McKinney Spencer Smith (84) died at 6:28 pm on Monday, July 5, at her home in Decatur with family and care providers by her side.
Funeral services will be at Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home on Thursday, July 8, at 11:00 a.m. with visitation occurring from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. prior to the service and burial in Macon County Memorial Park in Harristown immediately following the service. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Hospice organization of your choice. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
Jackie was born in Decatur on October 16, 1925. She graduated from Decatur High School in 1943. She worked for a period of time as a secretary at Staley's. After the war she married Delbert (Bud/Del) R. Smith on June 9, 1946. She and Del owned and operated a restaurant in Arthur for a year. They then moved back to Decatur and shortly after the arrival of their daughter Cynthia, began a journey around the country. The family lived all over the United States and Jackie made friends everywhere she went. Jackie and Del spent the longest period of time in Holland, Michigan before returning to Decatur to retire. She was a member of Woodlawn Chapel here in Decatur. Jackie was very involved with benevolent organizations such as PEO, as well as numerous social clubs.
Jackie and Bud had two children: Cynthia Gordan (Boston, MA) and Doug Smith and wife Paula (Grand Rapids, MI). She also leaves five devoted grandchildren; Rebecca, David, Penelope, Stephen, and Elizabeth. She had four great grandchildren; Kaelee, Kelsie, Jake, and Andy.
She was preceded in death by her parents, sister, and husband.
The family wishes to thank St. John's Hospital Hospice program, Dr. Muneses, and the wonderful people at Comfort Keepers.
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