Kenneth Smith
June 17, 1958 — November 24, 2021
Kenneth Smith, of Silex, MO, passed away Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at the age of 63. Cherished son of the late James Albert and Jean (nee McCotter) Smith; devoted father of Danielle Harris and Chase (Carolyn) Huggins; loving grandfather of Jay and Wyatt Harris, DJ Johnson, Riley, Samuel, and the late Charlotte Huggins; dear brother of the late Jamie Smith and the late Bruce (Sharon) Smith; treasured uncle of Jennifer Kapeller, Beth Smith, and Jeanne Jones; dear great-uncle and friend to many. Ken enjoyed being outdoors- he loved camping and hunting when he wasn’t working on cars. Wherever he was, he always had the radio tuned in to KSHE 95. He played darts in the Dart League at Hotshots for a number of years. He was a hard worker and devoted much of his time to his grandsons. Kenneth was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Memorial donations in Kenneth’s name may be made to the National Rifle Association. Baue Funeral Homes is currently following CDC recommendations regarding mask and social distancing policies.