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Nancy Smith Obituary

SMITH - Nancy W. Devoted mother and grandmother, died at the age of 84, Sunday, August 3, 2008. A lifelong resident of Williamsville, she was the daughter of Howard L. and Pauline I. Wickson. She is preceded in death by her husband, Edward L. Smith and a brother, Lawrence Wickson. Her marriage to the late Robin Adair ended in divorce. Nancy was the mother of Susan (late Terrance) Villnow, Sally (Roger) Horak, Christine (Selahattin, late Walter) Hicks-Usta, Elizabeth (Kevin) Whitaker and Robin Jo (Kenneth) Green; grandmother to seven, and had two nephews and one niece. She donated her remains to the U.B. Medical School. Friends are invited to a memorial service to be held on Saturday, August 9, at 11:00 am at Calvary Episcopal Church in Williamsville. Those wishing may donate in her memory to Planned Parenthood (www.ppwny.org) or Calvary Episcopal Church (www.calvaryepiscopal.net). Flowers gratefully declined.

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Published by Buffalo News on Aug. 7, 2008.

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Victor Emerson

August 23, 2008

While I have not lived in Williamsville for 40 years, I was Susan's classmate from K to 12, and of course knew Sally. My sympathies to the family on their loss of a woman responsible for producing such wonderful kids.

John Wickson

August 9, 2008

My deepest condolence to my family. My Aunt Nancy had such a great time when She would come out here to visit us in Seattle. It was so nice to be able to visit with Her and get caught up with the the family. To my cousins Sue, Sally, Chris, Elizabeth and Robin my thoughts and prayers are with you. John Wickson

Elizabeth Accordino

August 8, 2008

I was saddened to hear of your mother's passing. Even though we never met I felt like I knew her through her articles in My View. She was smart, funny, and wise. As someone who has also had articles published in My View, I felt a kinship with her as a "fellow writer." Please accept my sincere sympathy.

Mickey Walsh

August 7, 2008

Chris
Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. I can only imagine what a wonderful woman she must have been. She certainly produced a talented, kind and beautiful daughter. My prayers to your family.

Anthony Cartonia

August 7, 2008

Christine,

I am so sorry to learn about your mom. My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family. Your mom's life will forever be reflected through your wonderful demeanor.

Respectfully,
Tony Cartonia

Martha Russell

August 7, 2008

I am so sorry for the loss of your dear mother. I never met her, but knew her only from her "My View" columns. She had a wonderful breadth of understanding as well as a fabulous sense of humor. I will miss her.

Terri McDonald

August 7, 2008

So sorry for your loss. I know your mother touched many lives and will remembered kindly by all who had the pleasure to meet her.

Donald & Ann Bauckus

August 7, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathies.

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