Dorothy Uhe Smith's Obituary
Dorothy Uhe Smith, age 93, of Pinckneyville, IL, passed away on Sunday, August 8, 2021 at 4:00 a.m. in Pinckneyville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center.
Dorothy was born on December 31, 1927 in Pinckneyville, IL, a daughter to Charles and Jane (Bird) Uhe. On September 26, 1947, she married Stanley Dean Smith in DuQuoin, IL and he preceded her in death. Dorothy was a member of the Presbyterian Church, Pinckneyville, IL. She was a wonderful mother and grandmother who loved spending time with her family, especially with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Dorothy was a very religious person who enjoyed reading, especially her devotionals. She could read an entire book in one single night. Dorothy enjoyed crossword puzzles, word finds and baking, especially Christmas cookies.
Survivors include her daughter, Cindy (Roger) Morgenstern of Pinckneyville, IL; three grandchildren, Marty Beltz of Pinckneyville, IL, Stephanie (Alan) Brand of Pinckneyville, IL, Stuart (Amy) Morgenstern of Pinckneyville, IL; four great-grandchildren, Dakotah Hubler, Aiden Hubler, Tristyn Morgenstern and Trenton Morgenstern; and three sisters, Mary Uhe of Pinckneyville, IL, Betty Uhe of Pinckneyville, IL, and Jeannie Smith of Sparta, IL.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Stanley Dean Smith; one sister, Carrie Millikin; and two brothers, Wilford Uhe and Bob Uhe.
Graveside services will be held at Mueller Hill Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL on Thursday, August 12, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. with Reverend Don Meeks officiating.
Visitation will be at Mueller Hill Cemetery, Pinckneyville, IL on Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.
Memorial donations may be made to the charitable choice of donor.
Pyatt Funeral Home, Pinckneyville, IL has been entrusted with the arrangements.
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