Kelly Smith

Kelly Smith Jr., many knew him as Papaw, age 79 of Dayhoit, KY, went to be with the Lord and the love of his life Margaret on November 7, 2026 with his family by his side after a long illness. He was born Dec 6, 1946 in Harlan, KY. Kelly worked as a coal miner and retired from Waste Management & McDonalds. He spent the remainder of his career helping his son on his bread truck. He enjoyed fishing and watching western movies. He attended Wallins Christian Church. 

He is preceded in death by his parents Kelly and Lottie Smith. His loving wife of 43 years Margaret Smith. Two Sisters Mossie Smith and Lorene Collingsworth. Four Brothers Clifford Smith, Johnny Smith, James Smith, and Jerry Smith. Kelly is survived by his son Tad Smith and wife Valerie Wallins, KY Daughter Kim Shuler and husband Dan Moundsville, WV. Grandchildren MaryBeth and husband Paul Bailey Putney, KY. Lindsey and Kelsey Smith Wallins, KY. Tabitha Fournier Wheeling, WV. Dustin and wife Kate Fournier Wallins, KY. Great grandchildren Conner and Landon Bailey Putney, KY Goddaughter Shana T and husband Joe Brock Danville, KY. Sisters Dorthy Smith Cumberland, KY, who faithfully took care of him at the Nursing Home. Jewel Smith Wallins, KY. Brother Charles Smith Evansville, KY. Host of Nieces and Nephews. Special Friends Pastor Jim Johnson and Bill Lee. 

Funeral Services will be conducted by Pastor Jim Johnson at Mt Pleasant Funeral Home with Visitation Monday November 9, 2026, 4:00-7:00 with the Funeral at 7:00. Graveside Service at Resthaven Cemetery Chapel November 10, 2026, at 11AM. Family and Friends will serve as Pall Bearers.

The family would like to thank the staff of Tri Cities Nursing Home and the staff of Mt Pleasant Funeral Home.