"Liz" Smock

Jennie Elizabeth "Liz" Smock, 38, passed away on July 5, 2025, in Augusta, Montana. Born July 9, 1986, in Weston, West Virginia, to Robert Putnam and Jenny Rose, Liz was a loving wife, devoted mother, and a kind soul who brought light and laughter into the lives of those around her.

Liz earned her GED and worked various jobs throughout the Augusta area in her younger years. She married David Smock on August 7, 2004, and together they raised five wonderful children. Liz devoted herself fully to her family, finding joy in motherhood and creating a home filled with warmth, laughter, and adventure.

She had a deep love for the outdoors and found peace in nature-camping under the stars and exploring the mountains with her family were some of her favorite pastimes. She was known for her spontaneous spirit, taking silly pictures, and heading out for late-night drives with David just to feel the world quiet down.

Liz was the kind of person who always showed up-with a listening ear, a soft word, or a big hug. She had a heart full of love and a soul that carried both strength and tenderness. Though she faced deep personal struggles, she tried every day to pour love into the world around her.

Liz is preceded in death by her father, Robert Putnam and brother, Caleb Putnam.

Her passing leaves an ache that cannot be measured. She is survived by her husband, David Smock; their five beloved children, Jedadiah, Henry, Lincoln, Lilly and Nina; her mother, Jenny Rose; sisters, Rachel Hoff (Ogden, UT), Leah Workman (Augusta, MT), Sarah Peterson (Cheyenne, WY), Rebekah Neal (Augusta, MT), Lydia Runstrom (Soap Lake, WA); brother, Joshua Putnam (Augusta, MT); and many other family members and friends who will forever carry her memory.

A Visitation will be held at Frontier Funeral Home on Saturday, July 12th from 6-8pm. Graveside will be held at the Augusta Cemetery on Sunday, July 13th at 6:00 PM, with a Memorial Service to follow at the Round-up Barn.