Wednesday, March 4, 2026 11:27 am

Helen Faye Smith, 75, of Spindale, passed away Wednesday, February 25, 2026.

A native of Rutherford County, she was the daughter of the late Vance and Tinny Duncan Stafford. Helen was a homemaker and a member of Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church.

Left to cherish her memories are her husband, Perry Smith; son, Christopher Smith; daughters, Stephanie Kelly, Lisa Hansil, and Neiko Eller; grandchildren, Matthew Smith (Billie), Elizabeth Smith, Leanne Hannon (Ty), Dustin Morrow, Brooklyn Morrow and great granddaughter Kaylynn Hannon.

A family directed memorial service was held February 28 at Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Forest City with Rev. Steven Matheny officiating.

Crowe's Mortuary is assisting the family of Helen Smith.