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Nancy Smith Obituary

Smith, Nancy Laraine September 10, 2014 Nancy Laraine Smith went to meet her Lord. She passed away peacefully at home, in Kentwood Michigan, surrounded by family and friends. Nancy was born in Bay City, Michigan in 1942, daughter of Leola and Alman Miller. She is survived by her husband of 43 years, Billy Don Smith, her two daughters, Gina Smith (Ginard Henry) and Ami Smith Singer (Ryan Singer) and her grandchildren; Maxwell and Chloe Henry. She is also survived by her siblings, John Miller and Anne Smith. She is preceded in death by her parents, and sister, Sue Miller. Nancy was an active member of Calvary Baptist Church, and a retired school social worker from the Grand Rapids Public Schools after 33 years of dedicated service. She strove to show Christ through service. Her love, guidance and compassion impacted the lives of all she touched. Visitation will be held at Ofield Funeral Home (4500 Kalamazoo Ave., Kentwood) on Monday, September 15th from 1-3pm, 6-8pm and an hour before the service at the church with funeral services on Tuesday, September 16th at 11am at Calvary Baptist Church (1200 28th St., Grand Rapids). Online condolences may be left at OfieldFuneralHome.com

Published by Grand Rapids Press from Sep. 12 to Sep. 14, 2014.
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Billy, Ami and Gina,
You know what a treasure and blessing it has been to have had Nancy as your wife and mother. I know you will miss her tremendously. I sincerely believe the light and love of her spirit will forever be with you all. When you least expect it, look for Nancy's love to soothe you and sustain you. No doubt you'll see Nance in your faces, mannerisms, and the faces of your children who are here now, and those yet to be born. I pray for your strength, and for the pain of your loss to be soon diluted by the love and memories Nancy showered upon you. You all brought her so much pride and joy.
I regret that I could not be present at Nancy's home going. Nancy are me are fellow-Scorpios. Our birthdays are one day apart. She will forever be a pleasant connection and memory for me.
Take care.
Sincerely,
Elaine Schott

September 19, 2014

Will always remember Nancy's faithfulness and friendship to my mother during these last few years.

Diana Flier

September 13, 2014

Dear Billy, Gina and Ami,
I'll remember Nancy as a person with a strong faith in the Lord and a sense of integrity that guided her actions and words. Much Love and Peace, Linda

September 12, 2014

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