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Barbara Claire Smith

1934 - 2016

Barbara Claire Smith obituary, 1934-2016, Phoenix, AZ

BORN

1934

DIED

2016

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Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home

4800 East Indian School Rd.

Phoenix, Arizona

Barbara Smith Obituary

Smith, Barbara Claire
of Phoenix, Arizona, peacefully passed away on her birthday at her home of 50 years surrounded by family. She was born to Edward F. and Marcella Arn in Topeka, Kansas on July 10th, 1934. She met the love of her life, Dr. Gaylord Smith, on a blind date in Denver, CO. They were married in April 1956. Instead of pursuing her nursing career, she dedicated her life to her family and was actively involved in her community. She was a fabulous cook, loved to entertain and was deeply devoted to her family. Her love of life and memories will live on through her children, Pam (Mike), Hap (Edwina), Deborah (Bill), Kevin (Vickie), 10 grandchildren, 4 great-grandchildren and her sister, Dee (Gary). She will truly be missed. Funeral Service will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, July 15, 2016 at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E.
Indian School Road, Phoenix. Interment will follow at St. Francis Catholic Cemetery. Contributions in her memory should be sent to Hospice of the Valley, 1510 E. Flower Street, Phoenix, AZ 85014 or Arizona Humane Society Campus for Compassion, 1521 W. Dobbins Road, Phoenix, AZ 85041.

Published by The Arizona Republic from Jul. 13 to Jul. 14, 2016.
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Christina Williams

November 15, 2017

With so much love and many good memories. My sincerest and deepest condolences to all the Family. I am so grateful to have known your mom..
Christina Williams "Wolfeagle" Tempe, Arizona

Christina Williams

November 15, 2016

I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. May your memories comfort your heart; and God help the Smith family during this time of sorrow. Isa.41:13

Carla

July 20, 2016

My deepest thoughts and prayers are with this very special family in the loss of your Mom, sister and grandmother. She was the sweetest, most loving person to everyone who surrounded her. Blessings to each of you during this time of loss. Brian and Mary Clifton

July 14, 2016

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