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Betty Smith Obituary

Smith, Betty Jean, age 86, passed away on April 19, 2014 in Scottsdale, AZ. She was born on February 26, 1928 in Enid, OK to the late C.T. and Ada Venable, and was raised in both Oklahoma and Arkansas. She graduated in 1947 from Enid High school and considered her continued education a "doctorate of life." It was in Oklahoma where she met her future husband Clinton Smith and they would spend 64 years creating a beautiful life together. Clint and Betty married in 1950 and they were blessed with two sons Michael and Gary. As "CEO" of the Smith Household, Betty watched over her family while still pursuing her interests in knitting, sewing, cooking, bible study and traveling. Her favorite vacations were traveling in a motorhome throughout the U.S. and Canada. Betty is survived by her loving husband Clinton, her sons Michael (Maurene) and Gary (Michelle); her five grandchildren, Logan, Chris, Greg, Kathleen and Jonathan; her sister Barbara, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services for Betty were held in Arizona. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Mayo Clinic at 1-800-297-1185 or www.mayoclinic.org/giving-to-mayo-clinic, donations may also be made to the charity of your choice. Condolences can be offered to the family by visiting www.sunlandmemorial.com

Published by Wichita Eagle on Apr. 23, 2014.
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My deepest sympathies for your loss. God will hear your cries for help and give you the help you need.

Nancy Bivins

April 30, 2014

To the family of Betty Jean: Like the God of comfort,comfort the family during this time of distress.

ED

April 26, 2014

Eating Chocolate, ice cream ,enjoying life . Will miss you lots and lots may your beautiful soul have fun up in heaven . Sue Joe Trinity Stockman
Love Sue Stockman ( Rifle ,Co)

April 25, 2014

Rest in Peace Aunt Betty. You will be missed here but will have all your family to watch over you in Heaven.
Chris

Christopher Carter

April 25, 2014

Aunt Betty You were one of the kindest souls I have ever had the pleasure of knowing. You will be missed by all the hearts you have touched on this earth.

Robert Montgomery

April 24, 2014

RIP Aunt Betty. You're a beautiful soul who will be greatly missed here on earth!

Polly, Chris, Andrew, & Morgan

Polly von Thaden

April 24, 2014

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