Beverly Ann Smith, 91, of Troy, Missouri, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026, at her home.  She was born on June 12, 1935, in St. Louis, MO, the daughter of Hubert J. and Rose Esther (Vallett) Horrell. As a child, she attended St. John & St. James Catholic grade school. Beverly later graduated from Incarnate Word Academy in Normandy, and then attended Rubicam Business School. Her first job was working at an insurance firm. In June 15, 1957, she married Joe Smith at St. John and St. James Church in Ferguson. They were blessed with three daughters: Robyn, Gail and Laurie, and one son, Scott. In March of 1979,

Beverly began working at McDonnell Douglas Corp. as a secretary and she was a very hard worker. Beverly was a dedicated mother and her children were always her first priority. She worked at several different companies as an administrative assistant, later retiring from Gateway Church in November 2015. In her spare time, she enjoyed spending time with herchildren and grandchildren. Beverly was a faithful member of Troy First Baptist Church, where she made many good friends. Her faith in Christ was paramount in her life. She encouraged her family to also put God first in their lives, seek God's wisdom, and be thankful in all situations. Beverly will be lovingly remembered by all those who knew and loved her.

She is survived by her children: Robyn Korn of Birmingham, AL, Gail Luetkenhaus (Russ) of Troy, Laurie Prevatt (Stephen) of Normal, IL. Scott Smith (Lori) of New Hartford, one sister, Darlene Phegley (Ray) of Kansas City; 8 grandchildren Megan Bethel (Gerry), Erin Luetkenhuas, Courtney Hammer (Nate), Katie Jackson (Aaron), Ricky Korn, Alexander Prevatt (KatieRussell, Fiancée), Maxim Prevatt and Samantha Smith (EliPruitt, Fiancé); 14 great grandchildren and numerous other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, grandson Timothy Korn, and former husband Frederic Smith.

Visitation is scheduled from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at the McCoy-Blossom Funeral Homes & Crematory, 1304 Boone Street, Troy, MO, 63379, and ( 636-528-8244 ).

A memorial service is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2026, also at the funeral home in Troy. Rev. Dr. Obie Dalrymple to officiate. Memorial donations may be made to: Troy First Baptist Church Building Fund, c/o the church. Family and friends are invited to visit our website at mccoyblossomfh.com to sign the online guest register and to virtually attend the service.