Mavis A. Smith

Mavis A. Smith, 91, of Fond du Lac, was called home to the Lord on Wednesday, January 22, 2025. She was born in Bear Creek, Wis. on September 7, 1933, to Joseph and Viola (Phillips) Kaiser. On July 11, 1953, Mavis married Clayton F. Smith at Immanuel Trinity Lutheran Church. He preceded her in death on July 6, 2014.

Mavis was the most kind, gentle, woman with a strong faith. She always saw the good in everyone and did not judge. She was beautiful inside and out and will be dearly missed by anyone and everyone that knew her. Mavis worked at Mercury Marine for several years. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Survivors include her children, Terry, Tammy (Dan), and Jay; seven grandchildren, Brook (Trevor), Glen, Leanne (Andy), Davis, Marcus (Claire), Bryanna, and Jacob; four great-grandchildren, Kiara, Ivana, Azura, and Adalyn; three brothers, Dave (Janet), Tim (Jane), and Jeff; a sister-in-law, Mary; her godson, Kevin; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, Mavis was preceded in death by a son, Rickey; a grandson, Tyler; three siblings, Duane (Jean), Willis, and Ethel (Gerhardt); and her goddaughter, Michele.

Visitation will be held from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM, Saturday, February 8, 2025, at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 855 Martin Avenue, in Fond du Lac. The funeral service will follow, beginning at 1:00 PM. Private family entombment in the Shrine of Rest Mausoleum, Ledgeview Memorial Park, will be held at a later date.

A special thank you to Mavis’ sister-in-law, Janet, and the countless others who have cared for and helped over the past few years. It’s so hard to mention and/or recognize all the special people that so cared for Mavis. We are so thankful to you all for your visits, food, time, etc.

Services are in the care of Uecker-Witt Funeral Home, 524 North Park Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935. Additional information and guestbook can be found at ueckerwitt.com