STEELEVILLE – Judith “Judy” McSmith, 83, of Steeleville, passed away at 8:55 am, Friday, August 7, 2026 at Coulterville Care Center, Coulterville, Illinois.

Judith was born in Belleville, Illinois, on March 20, 1943, the daughter of Andrew E. and Pauline A. Hentze Bass. She married Raymond R. “Dick” McSmith in Steeleville on November 30, 1963, he preceded her in death on October 2, 2004. She was a Tupper Ware Manager for many years and worked at the Drug Store for several years in Steeleville. Judy was a member of Peace Lutheran Church, Steeleville and Steeleville Eagles Aerie #3960 Auxiliary. She loved going on family outings fishing and camping. She loved baking and was in a card club with friends for many years. Judy was an avid college basketball fan. She loved spending time with family and friends.

Judy is survived by two children, Cheri (Stan) Buchheit of Chester, IL and Rob (Carla) McSmith of Steeleville; grandchildren, Ashley (Kevin) Westmoreland, Brandon Buchheit, Alli (Spencer) Craig, Rayme (Ethan) Feldmann and Nathan McSmith; and great grandchildren, Maggie, Lane and Charlotte.

Judy was preceded in death by her parents; brother, Ronald Bass; and great granddaughter, Macy.

Funeral service will be held on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 at 11:00 am, at Peace Lutheran Church, Steeleville, with Parish Ministry Assistant Julie Posth officiating. Burial will follow in Peace Lutheran Church, Steeleville. Visitation will be at Wilson’s Funeral Home, Steeleville, where friends may call on Monday from 5 pm until 8 pm, then on Tuesday from 7:30 am until 9 am, and 10 am until 11 am at the church. Memorials may be given to St. Jude’s or Peace Lutheran Church, and can be mailed to Wilson’s Funeral Home, PO Box 217, Steeleville, IL 62288.