Florice B. Smith
Florice B. (Hess) Smith
Florice B. (Hess) Smith age 103, formerly of Park Village, Shelby, died Wednesday, January 9, 2008 at Magnolia Terrace Assisted Living Facility in Galion, Ohio.
She was born May 14, 1904 in Mansfield the daughter of the late Frank and Ethel (Wise) Hess. Florice graduated in 1923 from Mt. Cory High School. She married William Noel Smith, in Lima, on April 9, 1927. They spent most of their married life in Shelby, except for the nearly 20 years they lived in Palmetto, Florida. Florice was a hairdresser before raising her children. She was known for her attitude of helpfulness and caring for others. She was active in the Trinity United Methodist Church in Shelby where she was a member of Mary Martha Circle of the United Methodist Women, and also as a Sunday School teacher and choir member. In recent years, she attended Christ United Methodist Church in Galion. She served many years as a Gray Lady volunteer at Shelby Memorial Hospital. She enjoyed being a homemaker and visits from her grandchildren and great-grandchildren, for whom she made many beautiful hand-sewn baby quilts. Her other interests over the years included playing bridge, golf, working crossword puzzles and reading.
Surviving are four sons and three daughter-in-laws, Ronald and Peg Smith of Lancaster, Ohio; Paul Smith of Wake Forest, NC; James and Shirley Smith of Moultrie, GA; Fred and Mary Sue Smith of Galion; 15 grandchildren, Terri Fosnaugh, Christy White, Judy Smith, Rhonda McGarry, Janine Bates, Renee Engel, Mark Smith, Leanne Omland, Craig Smith, Tammy Beech, Brian Smith, Brad Smith, Matthew Smith, Michael Smith, and Douglas Smith; step-grandchildren, Brandi and Brian Boyd; 30 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; a sister, Margaret Ritchie of Mansfield; Nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband on July 5, 1986, a grandson, Matthew Adams, a daughter-in-law, Nancy Smith, 2 sisters, Janet Hess and Helen Hamilton, 2 brothers, Robert Hess and Leland Hess.
Friends may call on Saturday, January 12, 2008 from 10-11 AM at the Turner Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, where a celebration of Florice’s life will be held at 11:00 AM with the Rev. Karl Stonebraker and Rev. James Magaw, officiating. Burial will be in Forest Cemetery in Fredericktown.
Memorial expressions may be made to Trinity United Methodist Church.
The family would appreciate on-line condolences at
penwellturner.com
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Family_of: Florice Smith
Your_Name: Lynn Owens & Don Miller
Condolence:
Sorry for the passing of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
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Family_of: Mrs. Smith
Your_Name: Herb & Patty Tullis
Condolence:
We are all sorry to hear that Mrs. Smith passed away. I remember her best from the 1940’s, when Ron and I spent so much time together. She was always kind and compassionate toward us. May she rest in peace and may all who love her rest in the knowledge that she had a full and useful life. We will miss her.
Herb & Patty
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Family_of: Grandmother Florice Smith
Your_Name: Brandi Boyd
Condolence:
She was a beautiful lady that I had learned to love dearly as my grandmother.May God be with you all and I Love You!
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Family_of: Florice Smith
Your_Name: Jessica Heminger
Condolence:
It was a real treat getting to take care of Florice at Magnolia.I have worked there for 3 years, and really gotten to know her..She will be dearly missed and my thoughts and prayers are with the family at this difficult time. Sincerely, Jessica Heminger
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Family_of: Florice B Smith
Your_Name: Judy and Roy Snipes
Condolence:
Jim,
So sorry to hear about your mother. She was one of the sweetest ladies I have ever met. I know she will be missed. Our prayers are with your family. Love to you, Shirley and all the family.
Judy and Roy
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Family_of: Florice Smith
Your_Name: Kim Staiger
Condolence:
Fred and Mary Sue, I just heard about Florices passing. She is now free of pain, and in a better place. Sincerely, Kim Staiger
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Family_of: Florice Smith
Your_Name: Lora Boatwright
Condolence:
Jim,
I am so sorry about your mother. I still remember our visit, I can remember her standing our your porch! I feel honored to have met her. I hope you and Shirley have a safe trip home.
Love,
Lora
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Family_of: Florice Smith
Your_Name: Sally Ford-Lyles and Family
Condolence:
My thoughts are with you all. Aunt Florice and I share a birthday. Though she had a huge family, she always found the time to send a niece a birthday card. So on May 14th instead of exchanging cards this year, I will fondly remember a remarkable woman. God bless. Yours Truly, Sally
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Family_of: FLORICE SMITH FAMILY (FRED & MARY SUE)
Your_Name: ALICE HOUSER
Condolence:
FRED & MARY SUE
ALTHOUGH I MAY HAVE ONLY HAD THE PRIVELEGE OF MEETING AND HELPING FLORICE WITH HER CARE AT MAGNOLIA FOR ONLY BUT JUST A SHORT TIME, I KNEW THAT SHE WAS ONE SPECIAL LADY WITH A HEART OF GOLD. I WILL NEVER FORGET HER SMILE AND THE TWINKLE IN HER EYES OF THANKSGIVING FOR EVEN THE SMALLEST THING YOU WOULD DO FOR HER. SHE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL, BUT I KNOW THAT THE MEMORIES WILL FILL YOUR HEART FOR A LIFE TIME. YOU ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
CONNIE HOUSER SENDS HER CONDOLENCES, ALONG WITH HER THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. JIM & DAVE HOUSER AS WELL.