Ann Spence Smith
07/15/1938 - 01/02/2026
Ann Spence Smith, 87 of LaCrosse, died January 2, 2026 at her home. Born July 15, 1938, she was one of seven children of the late Gladys and Lucy (Williams) Spence. She is predeceased by her husband, Herman Smith. Ann was a loving wife and mother, and most affectionately loved her entire family. She attended Ephesus Baptist Church for many years; enjoyed gardening and being outdoors in general. She is survived by two daughters, Sandra Wilson of N. Dinwiddie and Shelby Pearce of LaCrosse; two sons, John Smith (Darlene) and Kenneth “Shorty” Smith of Baskerville; 1 sister, Dorothy “Dean” Smith of LaCrosse; one brother, Edward “Tom” Spence of LaCrosse; 10 Grandchildren; 26 great-granchildren; 1 great-great- grandchild; numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. A graveside service will be conducted Wednesday January 7, 2026 at11:00 A.M. at the LaCrosse Cemetery. Online condolences may be made through our website, ww.crowderhitecrews.com . Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Smith family.
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I am so sorry to hear this. Ann was the kindest soul and was loved and cherished by so many. She will be missed dearly. I am sure she is celebrating with mammie and Nannie and Bob and the many other greats that went before her. Take comfort in knowing that she touched many lives and she was the kind of woman that we should all aspire to be and that she was dearly loved. Our world lost a true angel but heaven gained a great. Hugs and prayers.
With Heartfelt Sympathy
Shelby and all Family of Ann, We are so sorry to hear of Ann’s passing. God grant you comfort and peace at your time of loss. Each and every one of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Shelby My heart goes out to you and your sweet family so sorry !💞🙏🙏
Shelby so sorry about your mama .my heart and hugs for you and your family !💞🙏🙏
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My heart goes out to the family Tom I hope you can get through everything he was a good person that she can rest in peace got an angel wings
I also sorry to hear about Ann. She was a sweet lady. Her family use to live across the road from us here on Marengo Road.
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Shelby n Ann’s family n friends, May Peace find you through the rough days and God hold you for warmth n healing! Rest in Peace, Ann.
Smith Family
To Shelby and all the family. My heart breaks as I hear of your mom’s passing. I remember her sweet smile and kind spirit. Sending you all prayers and love!
2 Corinthians 5:8 ” Absent from the body,present with the Lord”….Shelby, our prayers are with you and your family. May God’s love bring you peace and comfort; know you are loved and we are here for you.; Your EVS family sends their thoughts and prayers also.