Vickie Lynn Smith

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Mrs. Vickie Lynn Smith, a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and friend. Mrs. Smith was age 73, of a Trion address and passed away at her home on July 1, 2026 surrounded by family after a period of illness.

Vickie was born the daughter of the late John R. Silvernail and Beverly Jane Holly Silvernail on January 5, 1953 in New York.

Time found her living in different areas of the United States before settling into the Chattooga County area. In her spare time, she enjoyed fishing, hiking and camping just to name a few interests. During her working years, she had been employed by Mt. Vernon Mills as a card operator and Shaw Industries as a twister operator.

In addition to her parents, Mrs. Smith was preceded in death by a son, Bobby Wandell; granddaughter, Alliyah Wilkens; grandson, Desmound Wandell; brother, Owen Silvernail and sister, Robin Palmer.

She is survived by her husband, Charles Smith; sons, Jay Wandell, Chris Wandell; step sons, Charles “Zeke” Smith, Brandon Smith; daughters, Traci Wandell Edwards, Jamie Wandell Etchison; brothers, John Silvernail, Bob Silvernail; sisters, Renee Silvernail, Linda Silvernail; grandchildren, Darnay Wandell, Devin Wandell, Scott Sprayberry, Tristan Smith, Ozmound Stout, Tori Hill, Colby Russell, Eric Hargrove, Dilyan Glenn and Harmony Wandell. Vickie also leaves behind several great grandchildren and a number of nieces and nephews.

In accordance to Mrs. Smith’s wishes, she will be cremated and a memorial may be held at a later date.

Coffman Funeral and Crematory is honored to be serving the family of Mrs. Vickie Lynn Smith who passed away on Wednesday, July 1. Please visit our website at www.coffmanfh.net to express your condolences to the family.