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SMITH, Beatrice A.
Beatrice A. Smith 94, of Manchester, beloved mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away peacefully at home on Saturday (November 5, 2011) surrounded by her family. She was born on February 1, 1917 in Manchester daughter of the late George Truman and Jessie (Prentice) Rankin. Beatrice attended local schools and had been a lifelong resident. Prior to her retirement in 2007, she was employed at Manchester Memorial Hospital for over 35 years in the Environmental Services Department. Beatrice enjoyed crocheting and cooking for her family. She is survived by her son and two daughters, Donald Smith, Diane Burkamp and Sharon Smith all of Manchester; seven grandchildren, eight great grandchildren; and her sister, Janet Flaherty of Cape Cod, MA.
Funeral services will be Thursday, November 10, 2011 at 10 a.m. at Holmes Funeral Home, 400 Main St. Manchester. Burial will follow in East Cemetery, Manchester. Calling hours will be Wednesday, Nov. 9th from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association, PO Box 417005, Boston, MA 02241-7005. To sign the online guestbook please visit www.holmes-watkinsfuneralhomes.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Beatrice SMITH
Andrew Smith
January 31, 2012
Happy birthday it's going to be hard celebrating your birthday without you here. I love and miss you more than words can say because you were the greatest. On you birthday we will have a cupcake and a cup of tea to celebrate the rememberance of how awesome a great-grandma you were.
Cheri Smith-Szkirka
January 31, 2012
Happy 95th birthday in heaven gram. Not a day goes by that we don't think about you and wish you peace. I miss you terribly and I appreciate all you did for me and my boys. Life hasn't been the same since you left because we miss your smile and your wisdom.
Jessie Burkamp
December 5, 2011
Today makes it 1 month..... Not a day that u don't pass my mind.... I'm usually tryin to think of something to get u this time of year.... This year I will just be thinking of u!!!!! I love you Gram
Marcia Klepper-Smith
November 17, 2011
Bea's wonderful spirit will be deeply missed by so many here at MMH. She has had that unusual gift of igniting smiles and lightening the mood wherever she was in this place. I wish her family comfort and many happy stories shared.
Randy and Denise Hill
November 13, 2011
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Donna Puchalsky
November 10, 2011
We are so very sorry to hear of Aunt Bea's passing. I have fond memory's of visiting her as a child and playing by the dam when we were not suppose to. My heart and prayers are with you all.
Uncle Win's daughter and her family
millie and ernie harris
November 9, 2011
Bea,was such a wonderful person to work around--always a bright and loving person to help others who were experiencing difficult times in their life.she will always be in our heart.
Tiffany
November 9, 2011
Gram its so hard to believe you are gone. I KNOW you are in heaven!! I thank God you aren't suffering anymore! You were such an amazing person! You were always full of life and happy not to mention strong. I hope I grow to be just like you! I will miss you and can't wait for the day we can all be together! Keep Dad in check! Love you!
American Heart Association
November 9, 2011
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Holmes Funeral Home - Manchester
November 8, 2011
With deepest sympathy during your time of mourning.
Stephanie Colmer
November 9, 2011
Thoughts and prayers during this time of loss. Find strength in your memories.
tonia mason
November 8, 2011
Ms bea...always brought a smile to my face. a loving...strong..proud..women!! U will be greatly missed! Thoughts and prayers to her family....she was a very special lady and touched all she came across!
Harry Trevitazzo
November 8, 2011
My deepest condolences to all of you from our family to yours
harry trevitazzo
November 8, 2011
bea you will be in forever in our hearts. you left behind a large family and friends. that will miss you dearly.
my deepest condolences to the family. My thoughts and prayers will be with you all.
Tuesday Elliott
November 8, 2011
Dear Sharon, Mike, Darrell, Tiffany, and your entire family: I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Bea was a wonderful lady and she always brought a smile to my face. I used to love talking to her at work. I know you all will miss her very much. I hope her memories will bring smiles to your faces and warmth to your hearts. Please let me know if you need anything.
Kathyann Lizotte
November 8, 2011
Gram. You will be missed very much. You were a very sweet woman. love you
November 8, 2011
Love you Gram. I hope the Angels had a cup of tea waiting on your arrival to Heaven. Thank you for all you have done and the love you gave us during your time on Earth. You will always be in our hearts and we miss you. -Love 'Mikey'
Darrell Sacchi
November 8, 2011
My grandmother was a wonderful person with a huge heart. It was a honor to know her love her and be apart of her life. I will always hold her close to my heart and so will my son. I'm going to miss our funny conversations and fun fights. I love her and miss her. I have no doubt her and my father will looking down on me. Till we meet again gram 143 always and forever
Christine Evrett
November 8, 2011
Sorry for you loss
Chris Evrett
Susan Wilbur-Timreck
November 8, 2011
Dear sweet beautiful Beatrice, you will be missed. You have a special place in my heart. You were a special friend to my mom. Don, Diane, Sharon, Cheri and the rest of the family, I send my love and sympathy to all of you. Another angel to watch over us.
Tracy Burpee
November 8, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. God bless,
Burpee Family
kathy bourgoin
November 8, 2011
So sorry to hear that gram passed, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Cheri.
Alan Skinner
November 8, 2011
Dear B Smith, You where one of the funniest ladies I new and my favortive customer. You always had a smile on your face and it was always a great treat when you called me on the phone or came into the branch to visit me. I will miss you dearly.
- Alan Skinner (First Niagara Bank)
Jessie Burkamp
November 8, 2011
If tears could build q stairway and memorys a lane I'd walk right up to heaven and bring you back home again!!!
You will be very missed, We love you very much!!! Not an hour that goes by that ur not on my mind!!!!
christopher p szkirka
November 8, 2011
Dear Mimi I love you so much you made me smile all the time and comfort me without amazing food I miss you.
Cheri Smith-Szkirka
November 8, 2011
I will always love you Gram more than words can say. You were more than just my grandma you were my best friend. A cup pf tea always tasted best when made by you. I will remember you most for your smile that lit up the room. Thank you for everything.
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