Grace Marie

Smith

Grace Smith, 71, of Wichita Falls, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Grace was born on March 2, 1955, in Vernon, TX, to parents, Antonio and Sarah (Bustamonte) Perez. She married Lonnie Smith on May 4, 2015.

Grace is survived by her loving husband, Lonnie; her five children, Michelle, Jennifer, and Eric Kilman, Wichita Falls, David Kilman (and wife Fernanda), Las Vegas, NV, and Mindy Thackeray (and husband Cory), Tulsa, OK; and her three brothers, Rudy, Marc, and Raymond Perez. Her legacy also lives on through her fourteen grandchildren: Nicholas, Clinton, and Bradley Newton; Laranda, Johnathan, Keylee, Katlyn, Samantha, and Harley Ellis; Jeana and Eddie Paul; Jaron and Brice Roberson, Breanna Kilman, Devin Robles, and Isabella Kilman; and Gracie Henry. She was also the proud great-grandmother of six: Z'aire Munson, Eziah Ferrer, Marty and Gabin Norwood, and Johnathan Jr.

She was preceded in death by her parents and brother, Tony Perez.

Grace was a diligent worker all her adult life. In her later years, she was employed at Sheppard Air Force Base in the Commissary and Work Services Corporation (WSC). She loved working at WSC and helping others achieve their goals. Grace retired in 2022. Grace was an amazing wife, mother, and grandmother who always put her family first no matter what she was going through. Even when she had very little for herself, she made sure her family always felt loved, cared for, and supported. Her kindness, strength and unconditional love touched everyone around her. She never hesitated to give her time, advice, or comfort whenever it was needed.

The memories she created with her family will forever live on in our hearts. She showed us what true sacrifice looked like every single day. Her children, husband, and grandchildren were one of her greatest joys, and the bond they shared was truly special. Losing someone so loving and selfless leaves a pain that words can hardly describe. May her beautiful soul rest peacefully, and may her love continue to guide and protect her family. Grace was such an amazing, loving, and caring woman who always made people feel special. She had a heart full of love and kindness that touched everyone around her.

We are so thankful for every moment we got to spend with her. She will always hold a special place in our hearts, and she will be deeply missed.

No formal services will be held.

For those desiring to make a memorial contribution in Grace's name, please consider donating to Wichita Falls Faith Refuge, P. O. Box 965, Wichita Falls, TX 76307.