Joyce Smith Wilder was born on May 21, 1945, in Hammond Kentucky. She passed away on February 11, 2026 at Laurel Heights in London Kentucky. She was the daughter of Claude and Ethel Smith, both of whom preceded her in death. She is survived by her daughter, Dana Wilder Helton (Maverick); her grandchildren Hope DelGrosso (Daniel) and Colby Petersen; four great grandchildren; and multiple brothers and sisters. A celebration of life will be held at a later date.