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1949
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2019
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Kenneth Smith Obituary
In keeping with Kenny's wishes, cremation rites were accorded. Graveside services and interment will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday in Fairlawn Cemetery in Vandalia, with the Rev. Victor Victaw officiating. Friends and family may gather at the cemetery or join the funeral procession leaving at 10:15 a.m. from the funeral home. Memorials: Fayette County Cancer Fund. Miller Funeral Home in Vandalia was in charge of arrangements. Online condolences can be expressed at www.millerfh.net.
Mr. Smith was born on Dec. 30, 1949, in Vandalia, the son of John Lee Smith and Betty Jeane (Davidson) Slater.
Kenny was a retired employee of the Illinois Department of Corrections and also worked at Andy's Café and Deverick Printing. Kenny was an avid antique and muscle car buff, and loved his pets.
He is survived by his daughter, Vicky Dunn and Stephen of Belleville; grandchildren, Christopher Dunn and Emily Dunn, both of Belleville; uncle, Joe Smith of Texas; aunt, Donna Smith of Virginia; caregivers, Tori Bunker and Bill; and his Sweetbriar family.
He was preceded in death by his parents and an uncle, Jim Smith.
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