Violet Smith

Violet W. Smith, 79, of Stanford, KY passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 24, 2025. Born on July 28, 1945 in Casey County to the late Richard and Hazel McQueary Wheeler. She is the widow of the late Chuck Smith. She was a dedicated member of the Blue Lick Baptist Church since 1959, where she served not only as a former Church Clerk but also through her card ministry, where she touched the lives of many. She was always willing to lend a helping hand, anything she could do to serve the Lord. Violet was a woman of great strength, resilience, and an unwavering spirit, characteristics she upheld until her final day. She truly lived the words of Philippians 4:13, “I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.”

Survivors include two sisters, Roxie Rice (Eddie) of Middleburg, KY and Naomi Goodman (Kenny) of Yosemite, KY; special niece and nephew, Brenda and Tommy Hreha; and several other nieces and nephews; special friends, Peggy Morrison and Cathy Roberts; and special church friends, Denise and Rodney Miracle and Jennifer and Bryan Gover.

She is preceded in death by her husband, Chuck Smith; parents, Richard and Hazel Wheeler; daughter, Patricia Sinclair; four brothers, Riley Wheeler, Buel Wheeler, Oval Wheeler and Denver Wheeler; and one sister, Orpha Hreha.

Visitation will be on Sunday, April 27, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Spurlin Funeral Home in Stanford, KY. The funeral service will be held on Monday, April 28, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. with Bro. John Edwards officiating. Burial will follow at Rich Hill Cemetery in Liberty, KY.

Please visit the memorial page to share your memories of Violet and upload photos that celebrate her life. Let's keep her spirit alive by remembering the love and joy she brought into our lives. Violet's life was an example of the verse from Matthew 5:16, “Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.” Violet’s light certainly shone brightly, and her good works will continue to inspire us all.