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Joyce Smith Obituary

Smith, Joyce Harriet (Hyman)

of Kenneth City, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026 after a brief illness at the age of 91. She moved to Kenneth City after her retirement 20 years ago. Survivors include her son, Paul Smith of Largo, who was a companion and comfort for her final years. She requested no funeral or memorial service, and that her ashes be scattered in the Gulf of Mexico near her Florida home. Her full memorial is available at https://www.legacy.com/legacy/joyce-smith?ttm_pid=21089585. A short video of Joyce's life is available at https://vimeo.com/1165476504.

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Published by Tampa Bay Times on Feb. 22, 2026.

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