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1923 - 2006
Age: 83
SMITH, Maryellen
27th St.
Mattawan
Passed away suddenly Thursday morning, October 19, 2006 at Twin Cities Hospital in Templeton, California. Maryellen was born March 18, 1923 in Lawrence, MI the daughter of the late Leo and Margaret (Sheridan) LaDuke. She was preceded in death by a brother, Tom LaDuke and a sister Frances Zaninni. A graduate of Mundeline College in 1946, armed with a teaching degree she began her career at Mattawan High School where she was also a winning girls basketball coach. This is where she met her husband of 57 years. While she taught every grade and subject throughout the area she retired in 1978 from St. Mary’s Elementary School where she and the family were members of the Catholic Church there in Paw Paw. Maryellen loved traveling and playing bridge; she had many hobbies, loved crafts and was very athletic loving an afternoon of golf. She was active in the community as a 4-H leader and Meals on Wheels volunteer. On October 29, 1949 in Hartford, MI, Maryellen was united in marriage to Ross O. “Jack” Smith who survives. Also surviving are 3 sons, Thomas (Chris) Smith of Kalamazoo, Ronald Smith of Otsego, MI and Randall (Teri) Smith of Clarkston, MI; 3 daughters, Suellen Smith of Paso Robles, CA, Sally (Clarence) Miller of Paw Paw and Sandy (Britt) Cross of Arlington, TX; 10 grandchildren, Mindy, Matt and Jordan Smith; Jackie and Ryan Miller; Jacob Cross; Tyler, Connor, Grant and Chase Smith; 2 sisters, Marquerite (Jim) Whitcomb of Portage, MI and Dorothy (Jack) Dowsett of Pontiac, MI; several nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Betty Smith of Mattawan, MI. Family will receive friends Monday evening 6-8 p.m. at the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw where there will be a vigil service at 6:30 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, 11 a.m. at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Paw Paw with Rev. Fr. Robert F. Creagan celebrant. Interment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Paw Paw. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Mary’s Church Educational Fund or the church. Following the committal service family and friends are invited back to the house. |
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There are currently 6 condolences.
Peggy Cribbs
Thursday October 26, 2006 at
10:17 PM
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Just a short note to tell you how sorry I am for the loss of a wife, mother, sister, and friend. I will also remember the day we played golf in a little weed ridden course in California. Suellen asked me to join them. She had this little rictual of bending her knees several times while getting set to swing. It was the cutest thing and she enjoyed playing so much. I know you will miss her terribly, I know because I lost my mom also. Time helps, but your memories will also. With sympathy and love. Peggy
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Catherine Carson
Thursday October 26, 2006 at
1:10 AM
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Suellen, I am so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of your mother. I can only say that losing a mother is devistating and the recent loss of your husband only makes this more raw. Please don't hesitate to ask for help from me or the team, we will do whatever we can for you. With all of my sympathy. Catherine
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Beth Wade
wadeaminute13@sbcglobal.net
Tuesday October 24, 2006 at
7:08 PM
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Sue, so sorry to hear about your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Beth Wade
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Gary Figg
Tuesday October 24, 2006 at
2:16 PM
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Carla and I send our condolences we are very sorry to hear of your loss.
Memories of Maryellen in days gone past are of how she loved to spend time with her family,in the winter going north to go snowmobiling with Jack and the kids and in the summer at the lake.
She will be missed by Family and friends.
Gary & Carla
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Lewayne Putman
Monday October 23, 2006 at
2:15 PM
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Dear Suellen, we, here at Tenet, were so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lewayne Putman
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The Vick Family
Monday October 23, 2006 at
10:59 AM
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We are so sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.
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