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Margaret Smith Obituary

Margaret "Peggy" Smith

Margaret "Peggy" Smith was born on May 4, 1923 in Monroe, Washington. She passed away peacefully at Crista Care Nursing Home on January 14, 2013.

Peggy was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and faithful friend, always there to listen, and to care. She was a talented musician, teacher, and educator. Peggy graduated from Snohomish High School and later from the University of Washington. Among her many talents she performed as timpanist for the Bremerton Symphony. Peggy taught music classes in the Seattle School District. She also was office manager for the University Congregational Church and Pastor Dale Turner in the '70s and '80s.

She is survived by the love of her life, best friend, and husband, Paul Smith, Jr.; 3 children, Tim, Polly, and Erin; 1 grandson, John Paul; and many extended loving family and friends.

Visitation services will be held on Sunday, January 20, 2013 from 1:00PM - 3:00PM at Acacia Funeral Home's Viewing Suite, Seattle, WA. A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 11AM on Monday, January 21, 2013 at Crista Senior Living, 19301 Kings Garden DR, Shoreline, WA 98133.

Please view the full obituary, access service information, driving directions, share memories, and sign the online guestbook at:

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Her laughter, smile, guiding hand, caring words, and smile will be cherished forever.

Published by The Seattle Times from Jan. 17 to Jan. 18, 2013.
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Your mother was a wonderful woman, and so beautiful. I have fond memories of Margaret and Paul. Dave and Helen Story were my Uncle and Aunt (My mother, Lorraine was married to Don Campbell, Helen's brother.) We were both teachers and I would have loved to share our similar experiences. She was smart, funny and kind.
Helen and Dave's daughter, Sue Emwright, sends her love to your family. She lives in Seattle and we have remained close.
Love and blessings to you, your family and your wonderful and handsome father, Paul.
Nancy Campbell Seattle

Nancy Campbell

January 25, 2013

I am so sorry to hear about Peggy. She was a valued member of of P.E.O. Chapter G and we miss her warmth, compassion and friendship. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Barbara S. Giles

January 22, 2013

Peggy, you are one of the favorite people of my life. I was always so envious of your enormous talent, and in so many areas. You always had Jan Cooper and I laughing. And, yes, even if we had known 'how old you were', we would still have been friends with you, and loved you. I am so lucky to have been able to call you a friend and spent such fun times together. I shall keep you in my heart always with a smile on my face. (:-)- Sherry Grosso

Sherry Grosso

January 20, 2013

My mother was a sweet lady with a passion for life. She was the best baker I've ever met, and loved to master a new craft every year or so. She will be greatly missed.

Polly Becker

January 19, 2013

Peggy was deeply loved by folks at University Congregational United Church of Christ. We are holding Paul and all of Peggy's family in our prayers.

Catherine Foote

January 18, 2013

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