Kristie Michele Redfern Smith

Kristie Michele Redfern Smith, of Shawnee, passed away May 7, 2012, at her home after a long battle with cancer.

She was born June 25, 1958, to the late Mabel Mapes and Elbert Redfern in Girard, Kansas. Kristie was a devoted mother and friend who was very active in her church. She owned and operated Office Services in Lenexa, Kansas from 2004-2011.

Kristie is survived by her husband of 35 years, Kyle; twin daughters Kourtney Leibman (Max) of Lincoln, Nebraska and Kassie Smith (Travis McKee) of Shawnee, Kansas; sister Vickie Leake (Wayne) of Carl Junction, Missouri; brother Elbert Steven Redfern (Debbie) of Arma, Kansas; sister Kathie Puffinbarger (Alan) of Girard, Kansas; sister Deena Willis (Harry) of Girard, Kansas; and many nieces, nephews, and friends whom she loved dearly.

The family would like to thank their church family, Shawnee Park Christian Church, for all of the love, prayers, and support shown to them throughout this long battle.

Visitation will be held at 5:00 p.m., Thursday, May 10, 2012, at Shawnee Park Christian Church, 16500 Midland Drive, Shawnee, Kansas. The memorial service will be held at 7:00 p.m. at Shawnee Park Christian Church.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to:

Cancer Action

10520 Barkley, Suite 100

Overland Park, Kansas 66212

or

Tall Oaks Conference Center

P.O. Box 116

Linwood, Kansas 66052

Kristie was a church camp counselor here for many years.