Helen Louise smith

Helen Louise Smith, 85, of St. Anne, passed away on Saturday, December 6, 2025, at St. Mary’s Hospital. Helen was born on December 16, 1939, in Peoria, IL., the daughter of William and Ada Lou (Welty) Law. Helen married Everett Smith on June 25, 1966, at First Presbyterian Church of St. Anne. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, and homemaker for 59 years. Helen volunteered to assist with Sunday school and was an active member at First Presbyterian Church for many years. She also enjoyed reading, sewing, cooking, and taking care of her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Helen most of all cherished the time she spent with her family. Helen is survived by her loving husband, Everett Smith; 3 daughters, Helen Craft, Nancy Duby, Elizabeth (Matthew) McCormack, all of Illinois; sister, Barbara (Elwood) Daily of Indiana; 3 grandchildren, Paige McCormack, Olivia Avery, Violet Craft; 2 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Ada Lou Law. Cremation rites have been accorded.