Memorial service for Kevin Smith will be held Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Meyers Funeral Chapel in Blue Springs. His family will receive family and friends from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Celebration of Kevin’s life will begin at 3:00 p.m.Memories of Kevin and words of comfort for his family may be shared at meyersfuneralchapel.com
Kevin Wayne Smith, 66, a resident of Blue Springs, MO passed away peacefully Monday, November 13, 2023 at his home. He was born September 27, 1957 to Floyd and Elsie (Wilmot) Smith in Kansas City, MO.
Kevin was a 1975 graduate of Ruskin High School in Kansas City, MO. He pursued his Associates Degree from University of Missouri Kansas City (UMKC) graduating with a degree in Computer Science. On December 13, 2008 Kevin was united in marriage to Laurie Smith in Independence, MO. Kevin worked as a Database Administrator for the State of Kansas. He enjoyed fishing, shooting guns, gardening, playing video games, especially League of Legends and was a Platinum player. Kevin also liked to dance, go to the casino, and travel with Laurie. Above all, Kevin cherished spending time with his beloved family and friends.
Survived by his loving wife, Laurie Smith of Blue Springs, MO; children, Shannon Oberlin and husband Brian of Fargo, ND, Allison Smith and Carl Mahaffe of Ewa Beach, Hawaii, Daniel Spyers and wife Anna of Bates City, MO, Mike Spyers of Blue Springs, MO; parents, Floyd and Elsie Smith of Harrisonville, MO; grandchildren, D.J. Spyers, William Spyers; brother, Kenny Smith of Peculiar, MO; mother-in-law, Carrol White of Blue Springs, MO; brother-in-law, Roy Hesterberg of Blue Springs, MO. Kevin is preceded in death by his father-in-law, Jerry White.
Floyd and Elsie I’m sorry for your loss, I’m feeling your pain also I’m sending my condolences to you both, and his family Kevin will never be forgotten He will always be in your heart. God Bless all of you! Ellen Markley.
Our deepest prayers & condolences to Laurie and all of Kevin’s Family & Friends. Kevin was a walking blessing to many who met him. He touched many peoples lives including mine growing up. So many stories….I’d like to thank all of his family for sharing him throughout the years with me. He will be missed by many. His smile, grin, competitiveness and sense of humor was his trademark. Go rest high on that mountain Kevin!
Lori & Mike Marshall