Pamela K. Smith, 74, of Knightstown passed away November 14, 2025 at her home, while surrounded by her loved ones. Born July 13, 1951 in New Castle, Indiana, Pam was the daughter of the late Paul and Wilma Loveall of Knightstown.
She married the love of her life, the late Gary L. Smith, on February 24, 1974. Pam was a dedicated preschool teacher for many years, but it was her roles beyond her career that painted the true essence of who she was: a wife, mother, a daughter, sister, and grandmother. Those who knew Pam understood that she loved her family dearly; her nurturing spirit and boundless love, created an environment, filled with warmth and understanding. Pam loved to cook and her greatest joy was spending time with her family around the table.
Pam is survived by her children, Amy (Clint) Leisure, Amanda (Rusty) Richardson, Elvis (Alexis) Morrow; grandkids, Coltin Leisure and Megan Richardson; sisters, Carol (Robert) Oldham and Brenda Loveall; brothers, Larry (Debbie) Loveall, Tony (Jackie) Loveall; sister-in-law, Sue Loveall; several nieces and nephews.
Pam was preceded in death by her husband, Gary L. Smith; mother, Wilma “Sugar” Loveall; father, Paul Loveall; sister, Cathy Roy; brother, Paul “Dinker” Loveall; brother-in-law, Larry Roy.
Services will be held at 11:00am Friday, November 21, 2025 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in Knightstown. Burial will follow in Glen Cove Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4:00pm to 8:00pm on Thursday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to the Knightstown Cheer Guild. You may express condolences or share memories of Pam at www.hinsey-brown.com.
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7355 S State Road 109, Knightstown, IN 46148

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