Deanna "Dee

Dee" Marie Smith

Mrs. Deanna "Dee Dee" Smith of Wright City, MO, passed away on Wednesday, September 20, 2023. She was born December 29, 1962  in Des Moines, IA, to the late Dan and Kathryn Owens. Dee Dee had reached the age of 60 years.

Dee Dee loved her family and grandchildren very much, and especially loved spending time with them. She enjoyed being a stay at home mom and cooking meals for her family and church functions. Dee Dee volunteered at the Wright City food pantry and was also a member at Central Grove Church, where she made many friends. Her favorite pastime was spending time on the beach in the sun with her family.  Dee Dee was the best wife, mother and grandmother.

Deanna is preceded in death by her parents Dan and Kathryn; and one grandchild, Micah Smith. Those who will remain grateful for having shared in Dee Dee's life are her husband Mark of 37 years; two sons, Scott Hoifeldt (Beth) and Shaun Smith (Candice); and one daughter Katy Nafzger; four grandchildren, Noah, Alexander, Nickolas, Natalie; two brothers, Danny and Donnie Owens; and one cousin Richard Kelly and other relatives.

The family will be hosting A Celebration Of Life Visitation on Sunday, September 24, 2023 at Central Grove Church 12:00PM-1:00PM. They will then host A Celebration Of Life Service at 1:00PM also at Central Grove Church. Memorial Donations may be made in honor of Dee Dee to Central Grove UMC c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main Street, Warrenton, MO 63383. Online condolences may be made at www.martinfuneralhome.net.