June Smith

June 28, 1931 ~ August 5, 2021

Naomi June Smith, 90, of Farmington, passed away August 5, 2021 at Parkland Health Center in Farmington. She was born June 28, 1931 in Farmington to the late John E. and Aurelia (Waddell) Vaughan. She was also preceded in death by her beloved husband, Eddie Lowell Smith; son, Steven Dale Smith; two grandsons, Jeremiah David Smith, and Jimmy Gillam; granddaughter, Julie Jones; son-in-law, Howard Gillam; brother, John E. Vaughan; sister, Aurelia Brooks.

June was a charter member of the First Baptist Church of Delassus.  She was a retiree from the State Hospital where she worked in the clerical division for over 20 years.  Anyone who knew June, knew she loved God, her family and her flowers.  In fact, if you visited her, you knew your visit would conclude with her saying, “I love you,” and tour of her flower beds where she spent her Springs and Summers.

June was survived by her daughter, Janet Gillam; grandchildren, Heather (Alonso) Lara, Matt (Sarah) Gillam, Caleb Smith, Christina Anderson, Bill Gillam, Howard (Debbie) Gillam, numerous beloved great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and a host of friends also survive.

Visitation will be Saturday August 7, 2021 from 4 pm to 8 pm at the C.Z. Boyer & Son – Taylor Chapel in Farmington. Visitation will resume on Sunday August 8, 2021 at the First Baptist Church of Delassus from 1 pm until time of the service at 2 pm with Rev. Russell David Pipkin and Jason Smith officiating.  Interment will follow at the Parkview Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the First Baptist Church of Delassus.

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  1. June & Lowell were 2 of the finest people we've ever met & are rejoicing together once again. Deepest sympathies – Dave & Ann

  2. June is such a beautiful woman and will be missed greatly by all who knew her. A person I've always admired for her talents and energy. Our sincere condolences to all her family. Jim and Evelyne

  3. June is such a beautiful woman and will be missed greatly by all who knew her. A person I've always admired for her talents and energy. Our sincere condolences to all her family. Jim and Evelyne

  4. I grew up in the DeLassus Baptist Church, and my fondest memories are of June and Lowell. I always thought June was the prettiest lady ever!

  5. I'm so sorry to hear this. June was one of the nicest ladies ever.She and Lowell were two very special people. My condolences to Janet and the family.

  6. I am so sad to hear this. Ms Smith was a warm, beautiful, Christian lady. She and Mr Smith were always warm and welcoming to me. Prayers for comfort and peace to her family. 

  7. My sincere condolences to All of June’s family.  She was so kind, gracious, and caring with so much love to others.   Now, she & Lowell are together and rejoicing.    I have many fond memories of June and Lowell.  I have known them for a long time as we all attended high school together.   Shirley (Carver) Stone

  8. Janet,
    Just a note to let you know I am thinking about you and your family. It’s never easy to let go of a love one. My thoughts and prayers are with you. 
    Susan Billedo 


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Mrs. Dortha June Smith passed away early Monday morning, October 19, 2009, at her Baptist Home residence in Ironton, Missouri, at the age of 98 years and 14 days. June was born on October 5, 1911, in Wayne County, Illinois, and was the daughter of Sherman Waller & Cora 'Vaughn' Waller. June was married to Ralph Lee Smith on May 8, 1941. He preceded June in death on March 10, 1960. Also preceding-in-death were: 10 Sisters & Brothers.

June was a longtime, faithful member of Farmington First Baptist Church.

June was an enduring Aunt of five generations.

Visitation starts Thursday @ 10:00 a.m.

Funeral : Thursday, 12:30 p.m., October 22, 2009

at : TAYLOR Funeral Service CHAPEL, with Dr. William C. Miller officiating.

Graveside Service : Thursday, 2:15 p.m., Oct. 22nd

at : Jefferson Barracks National Cemetery - St. Louis County, MO.

Memorials in June's memory would be appreciated and made to: * The Farmington First Baptist Church &/or * The American Cancer Society - Breast Cancer Treatment.

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  1. Even though I only knew you briefly from your attendance to me and your great-nephew's wedding,I know you will be missed dearly. Meeting you was such a pleasure and Mark talked of you in a way that I feel the loss that is shared with the family. You were an incredibly warm-hearted woman.

  2. June was a woman that I always admired. I knew her from the Baptist Home from working with her and admired her straight forward personality. You will be missed.

  3. Although I only met Aunt June one time, at Mary and Jenny's wedding in our home, over the years I've heard stories of what an incredible woman she was. Aunt June made the most adorable crafts. In fact I was honored to receive one of them, an apron cover for my dish soap bottle. She barely knew me, but still thought of including me in her projects. Thank you Aunt June, I will treasure it forever. Ellen Eugene (Jenny's Mother)

  4. June was my Sunday School teacher many times during the 1960's at Farmington First Baptist Church. Her kindness and gentleness has stayed with me my whole life. I am in my fifties now and will always carry a piece of June Smith in my heart.

  5. June, It was an honer and prevelige to work for you at the Baptist Home. I will always remember kidding you about how i watered your plants, and you would give me that grin that only you could give. Today the plants look a little sad at the home, but how glorious they must look in Heaven!!! Your Friend Terry Porter

  6. Our deepest sympathy. We knew June from 1968 to 1980 as we went to church with her. I cherish our years knowing her and the church.

  7. I love you June and I will forever treasure all the memories I have of working for and with you at The Baptist Home. All those beautiful tomatoes you planted and all your beautiful plants. I know you're having a glorious time in heaven with all the beauty that is there. All the lives you've touched with your caring heart under that direct gruff personality. I'll miss you but I'll see you in heaven.

  8. June was a very loving, dedicated, honest and caring person. She took care of all my kids at the nursery at the First Baptist Church and now they are grown and I will always have high respects for this lady.. I love her and will miss her kindness. God Bless her family. Barb


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