Lucrecia “Lu” Smith
Lucrecia “Lu” Smith
Lucrecia “Lu” Smith, of Cheyanne, Wyoming, formerly of Sun City Center, passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on April 1, 2026, at Davis Hospice Center, Cheyanne, Wyoming.
Lu was born in 1933 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, to Alfred and Leah Perry. She was proceeded in death by her beloved parents; her husband, Gordon; and sister, Karen Meteiver. She is survived by her loving children, Michael Methner of Farwell, Michigan, Perry Methner of Clare, Michigan and Monica Smith of Cheyanne, Wyoming. Lu also leaves behind several cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren who brought her immense joy & pride.
Lu lived a life devoted to service, friendship and community. She was a proud and dedicated 26-year member of the South Hillsborough Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge 2672 in Ruskin, Florida. During her time with the Elks, Lu exemplified leadership and commitment, serving in may distinguished roles, including exalted tuler, district vice president, district deputy to the grand exalted ruler and lodge advisor, as well as serving as chairman of many committees in her lodge, district and state. She was also one of the founding members of the Lodges Elks Riders group. Her contributions and spirit left a lasting impact on all who knew her.
In addition to her work with the Elks, Lu was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary No. 822 of Flint, Michigan, where she continued her lifelong dedication to supporting Veterans and their families.
Lu will be remembered for her strength, kindness, leadership and unwavering dedication to others. She touched many lives and will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing her,
Services will be held in Clare, Michigan, in June 2026, with details to be announced at a later date.
Lucrecia “Lu” Smith, of Cheyanne, Wyoming, formerly of Sun City Center, passed away peacefully at the age of 92 on April 1, 2026, at Davis Hospice Center, Cheyanne, Wyoming.
Lu was born in 1933 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan, to Alfred and Leah Perry. She was proceeded in death by her beloved parents; her husband, Gordon; and sister, Karen Meteiver. She is survived by her loving children, Michael Methner of Farwell, Michigan, Perry Methner of Clare, Michigan and Monica Smith of Cheyanne, Wyoming. Lu also leaves behind several cherished grandchildren and great-grandchildren who brought her immense joy & pride.
Lu lived a life devoted to service, friendship and community. She was a proud and dedicated 26-year member of the South Hillsborough Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks Lodge 2672 in Ruskin, Florida. During her time with the Elks, Lu exemplified leadership and commitment, serving in may distinguished roles, including exalted tuler, district vice president, district deputy to the grand exalted ruler and lodge advisor, as well as serving as chairman of many committees in her lodge, district and state. She was also one of the founding members of the Lodges Elks Riders group. Her contributions and spirit left a lasting impact on all who knew her.
In addition to her work with the Elks, Lu was a life member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Auxiliary No. 822 of Flint, Michigan, where she continued her lifelong dedication to supporting Veterans and their families.
Lu will be remembered for her strength, kindness, leadership and unwavering dedication to others. She touched many lives and will be deeply missed by her family, friends and all who had the privilege of knowing her,
Services will be held in Clare, Michigan, in June 2026, with details to be announced at a later date.