Ms. Michelle Smith Turley

May 1, 1957 - April 4, 2015

Sara Michelle Smith Turley, affectionately known as Michelle, was born in Winchester, KY on May 1, 1957. Michelle was the 4th daughter of six children born to the late Margarine Knowles Smith and Rev. Winfred C. Smith went home to be with God on Saturday, April 4, 2015, at the age of 57. Michelle graduated from George Rogers Clark High School; she also attended University of Louisville, KY. Michelle was employed by the Lexington Fayette Urban County Government as a drafts person for several years. She was a faithful member of The First Baptist Church, Winchester, KY. She developed a passion for Foster Care. She went on to adopt four siblings so they would not be separated from one another. She was very instrumental in keeping these siblings together as a family. Michelle had a deep love for her family and friends. She enjoyed cooking and entertaining. Often, she would go out of her way to prepare wonderful delicious rich meals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. She especially loved making delicious pies and beautiful cakes, anytime you ate at “Chell’s Home” was definitely a treat! Michelle also was very gifted with an eye for design, whether it is beautiful floral designs or interior home decor, her home was always magnificently decorated with large unique pieces. Her home was immaculate; everything was always neat and in place, ready to welcome her next guest. She was an outspoken individual with a heart of devotion and service to her family, friends and community. Michelle took pride in looking good. She had a bold, lively personality that drew people to her. She could be the life of any party and loved to laugh and dance. Michelle will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved her. She leaves to cherish her memories her children: two daughters, Sydni N. Howard of Columbus, OH and Amari Turley of Winchester, KY; four sons, Chase Howard, of Columbus, OH, Mudanar Turley, Zemond Turley, and Lucas Pinckney all of Winchester, KY; four sisters, Gwen (Ed) Thomas, Atlanta, GA; Dorothy Bernice (Roland) Hubbard, Houston, TX; Servon (Tony) White, Atlanta, GA; Jessie (Art) Powell, Lexington, KY; one brother, Wayne Smith, Atlanta, GA, and a host of aunts, uncles nephews, nieces, cousins and many friends.