Phyllis "Jeannie" Jean Smith

July 31, 1953 - February 17, 2021

Smith – Phyllis “Jeannie” Smith age 67, of Starke, Florida passed away on February 17, 2021 at UF Health Shands in Gainesville, FL. She was born in Williamsport, Pennsylvania on July 31, 1953 to Walter S. Apker and Jean Phillips. Jeannie graduated from Canton High School in 1971. On December 16, 1976 Jeannie married the love of her life Frederik D. Smith and together they spent 44 beautiful years. Jeannie was a hard worker who worked right along side her husband assisting him with welding, and mechanic work. She enjoyed traveling, crafts, and interior decorating. More than anything, Jeannie loved her family and enjoyed spending time with them. She is preceded in death by her mother; her daughter, Jerry Marie Apker; and her sisters, Joshlyn Lewis and Diane Winter. Jeannie is survived by her father, Walter Apker; her loving husband, Frederick Smith; her stepsons, Frederick H. (Liz) Smith of GA, Gerald L. Smith of PA, and Eugene (GiGi) Smith of TX; her sister, Deborah (Bill) Morgan of PA; her 5 step grandchildren; and 2 great step grandchildren. Arrangements are under the care and direction of V. Todd Ferreira Funeral Services and Archie Tanner Memorial Chapel, Starke, Fl. 904-964-5757.