Margaret Land Keitt Smith, 88, of Louisville died Friday, Nov. 14, 2025. She was born Dec. 29, 1936, in Newberry, S.C. She was the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Lawrence Keitt Jr.
She graduated from Maryville College in Maryville, Tenn., and later from the Presbyterian School of Christian Education in Richmond, Va. She began her career teaching kindergarten in Charlotte, N.C. and later devoted several years to caring for her two children. Before retiring, she shared her love of music as a piano teacher in LaGrange, where she joyfully guided many students.
She wa a lifelong and active member of the Presbyterian Church. She was known for her gentle spirit, steadfast faith, and the kindness she extended to everyone she met.
She was preceded in death by her husband, H. Howard Smith; and one sister, Anna Keitt McIlwain.
She is survived by one daughter, Peggy Keitt Smith Waters of Bardstown; one son, Robert James Smith (Melissa) of Trinity, N.C.; six grandchildren, Troy (Maria Luisa) Smith, Heather Smith, Autumn Harris (Daniel), Noah Waters, Zachary Stone, Andrew Smith, and Connor Waters; seven great-grandchildren; one brother-in-law, James McIlwain; and many beloved nieces, nephews, and cousins.
The memorial service is Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, at Barlow Funeral Home.
Visitation is 10 a.m. to noon Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025, at the funeral home officiated by the Rev. James Wilkinson.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the church of your choice.
Barlow Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
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