Karen Lynn Boyd Smith, 82, passed peacefully from this life July 6, 2026, in Waco, Texas. She was born March 4, 1944, in De Leon, Texas to Arcue T. Boyd and Dorothy L. Hawkins Boyd. Karen was raised in Fort Worth, Texas and graduated from high school there.

At the age of 18, she married Raymond L. Smith, Sr. on April 26, 1962, in Fairbanks, Alaska. As a military spouse for over a decade, she supported Ray’s US Army military career. Upon retirement, she and Ray moved to Hood County and lived there for most of their married life, raising their children Raymond Jr. and Adrian. She found joy in poetry and music and many hobbies including: crafting, cooking, fishing, camping, gardening but loved most of all horseback riding. Karen had a special love for all animals, especially her beloved companion, Dandy.

Her family was the center of her world, and she was happiest when surrounded by those she loved. Karen was a devoted wife, loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and cherished friend to many. Her kindness, warmth, and geniune love will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

She is survived by her sons, Raymond Lee Smith, Jr., and wife, DeAnna, and Adrian Lynn Smith and wife, Lori; grandsons, Raymond Lee “Trey” Smith, III, Noah Eugene Smith, Jacob Kyle Smith and wife, Maggie, and Joshua Dalton Smith and wife, Caylee; great-grandchildren, Bradley Joseph Smith and Rosalie Ann Smith; numerous nieces, nephews, and other extended family.

Karen was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond L. Smith, Sr.; parents, Arcue and Dorothy Boyd; brother, Adrian Tierce Boyd; and sister-in-law, Glenda Kaye Boyd.

The Smith family will receive friends for visitation on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, from 9:00 -10:00 a.m. at Nowlin Anders Funeral Home Chapel. Funeral services celebrating Karen's life will begin at 10:00 a.m. with Minister Rick Smitherman officiating. Graveside committal will follow in Downing Cemetery. 

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Lutheran Sunset Ministries in Clifton, Texas, in memory of Karen.