Paul "Kip" Smith

Paul “Kip” Smith was born on February 29, 1952 in New York, New York to parents Roger and Margaret “Peggy” (Smithers) Smith.  He departed from this life at his home near the Brushyknob community east of Ava, Missouri on March 15, 2022.  

Kip was a wonderful musician that shared his gift of music with each person that listened to him.  He was also a bus driver and planted trees for many years.

He was preceded in death by his parents Roger and Peggy.  He will be missed by his brother Birain Smith and sister Karen Ellen Highfield.

No services are planned at this time.

All service under the care of Ava Family Funeral Home. 

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