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MARY SMITH Obituary
MARY WINSTON SMITH
Was born August 11, 1926 in Washington, DC to Michael Edward and Mary Bernadette Winston. Heaven gained a leprechaun when Mary was called home on November 28, 2012. She is now reunited in eternal life with her beloved husband, Jacko; son, Mike and her grandson, Christopher, along with other family, friends and dogs; having a party in Heaven. Mary's favorite role was that of mother. Her joy, love and spirit will live on in her daughters, Mary Ellen Groff, Terry Gascoigne and Maureen "Mo" Smith; sons, Kevin Smith and Greg Smith; and the joy of her life, her sweet dog Sampson. Mary was known to her grandchildren Sara, Mark, Molly, Guillaume, Philippe and Adrien as "Nina" and "Momoo" and loved her great-grandchildren Jacob Jackson "J.J." and Samantha. A Memorial Mass and Celebration of her Life will be held at the Riderwood Chapel, 3110 Gracefield Rd., Silver Spring, MD. 20904 on Saturday, December 1 at 1:30 p.m. An Irish party will follow. The family asks all in attendance to wear green, Mary's favorite color. In lieu of flowers, gifts may be made to the Ovarian Cancer National Alliance, 901 E Street NW, Suite 405, Washington, DC 20004 or online at www.ovariancancer.org in memory of Mary W. Smith.www.COLLINSFUNERALHOME.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Tim Whelan
December 4, 2012
Mary brought great joy and kindness to this world. She was always quick with a laugh and a helping hand. Her spirit will be missed. I will keep your family in my thoughts.
Barbara Boyd
December 3, 2012
Mary, Mother Dearest,I have wonderful memories of all the good times we had at VIP travel. We knew how to work hard and service our travel customers. We also knew how to party and enjoy the good times! Remember our weekend to Paris!Wow it was fun. What I will always remember is that you were a warm, caring, wife, mother and friend. I wish to extend my sincerest sympathies to everyone in the family. Barbara Boyd
Brian Winston McCarthy
November 30, 2012
How fortunate for all of you family members to have had Mary with you. Although I did not know her, clearly, from your testimony, Mary was a beautiful person. Perhaps I too will some day enjoy her company.
Debbie Meekin
November 30, 2012
Little did I know in 1977 that my life would have changed so wonderfully because I met Mother Dear! As I sit an remember all the great adventures we had at VIP Travel/Values in Travel I cherish most the friendship and love we developed. Mary you are in my thoughts often and in my prayers always. My sincere condolences to the Smith family and know you too are in my prayers at this most difficult time. Love, Debbie Dear
Michael Libby
November 30, 2012
I regrettably will not be able to attend the Memorial Service. As a close friend and cowrker of the Smith Boys it would have been a good time to reconnect with old friends. My deepest condolences to the family.
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Ruth (Dolly) Fitzpatrick
November 30, 2012
The day that Mary married my cousin Jack was one of the happiest times of my life because she was one of my dearest friends. I have enjoyed many happy times with her wonderful family. God blesses us with the fact that this kind of joy lives in our hearts forever and becomes part of the beautiful fabric of our lives.
My love to all of Mary's family.
November 29, 2012
May all the good times you all shared together help ease the pain, and help you endure in the days to come.
Marilyn Drea
November 29, 2012
Mary was like a mother to me and I will NEVER forget her for the chances she gave me to grow professionally when she opened her travel agency in Gaithersburg in the early '70's. She gave me inspiration to believe in myself and know that I had the capability to start a woman-owned business. Every St. Patrick's Day I thought fondly about her, knowing that she was making the most of it wherever she was. I will be there on Saturday to celebrate her life and gifts to all of us.
Marilyn Drea
Jeanne Gascoigne
November 29, 2012
I wish I could join you at the service and Irish party. How appropriate for someone like Mary. She loved St. Patrick's Day. Yes, her spirit will live on.
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