Steven Smith

Steven Francis Smith, 74, of Warr Acres, passed away Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2025, in Oklahoma City.

Steven was born Aug. 9, 1951, in Kingfisher to Norman R. Smith and Dorothy L. Smith (née Perdue).

He was raised on the family farm east of Kingfisher and attended Big Four and Kingfisher Public Schools, graduating from Kingfisher High School in 1969.

He later earned a degree from OSU Tech in Oklahoma City.

On May 11, 1974, Steven married Judy Larita Kendall in Cheyenne. They made their home in Kingfisher and welcomed their son, Ryan.

In the years that followed, Judy faced a cancer diagnosis with great strength and grace. Throughout her illness, Steven remained a devoted and loving husband, offering steadfast support.

Her passing in 1982, after eight years of marriage, was a deep loss for Steven and their family.

Steven was a dedicated father to his son Ryan and took immense pride in his role as grandfather to Owen and Marlow. He also cherished his daughter-in-law Sarah.

Professionally, Steven devoted much of his life to farming and ranching in Kingfisher County.

In addition to his work in farming, he was manager at Johnstons Grain Elevator and served as a civil engineer for Kingfisher County, contributing to the development and maintenance of local infrastructure.

Following his agricultural career, Steven continued to apply his skills in various roles, including positions with Standridge John Deere in Chickasha, A&M Supply in Oklahoma City and First Presbyterian Church of Oklahoma City.

He resided in Yukon from 1999 to 2018 and in Warr Acres from 2018 until the time of his passing.

Steven was a gifted engineer and builder, known for designing and constructing buildings on his property. He was skilled in construction trades, woodworking, welding, landscaping and gardening and was admired for his craftsmanship.

Steven was preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy L. Smith, and his beloved wife, Judy Larita Kendall.

He is survived by his father, Norman R. Smith; his son, Ryan Smith, and daughter-in-law, Sarah Naifeh- Smith; grandchildren, Owen Smith and Marlow Smith; his brother, Robert Smith and wife Sharon Smith; his sister, Sylvia McKellar; and his sister, Katherine Nelson, and her husband, Bill Nelson, all of Oklahoma City.

Steve loved all his nieces and nephews along with their children and grandchildren.

Steven will be remembered for his unwavering devotion to family, his tireless work ethic and his exceptional craftsmanship. His legacy lives on in the lives he touched and the values he instilled.

A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 4, at Sanders Funeral Home Chapel in Kingfisher.

A graveside service will follow at Kingfisher Cemetery under the direction of Sanders Funeral Service.