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Sharon Smith Obituary
LANCASTER: Sharon L. Smith, age 56, of Lancaster, lost her courageous battle with cancer Saturday, October 30th, 2010 at The Pickering House here in Lancaster.
She worked at the Lancaster Post Office for over 20 years and was also the co-owner of the Sweet Happenings Bakery with her sister Norma Hutsler. She was a loved mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister.
She is survived by her daughter, Marcie Smith, grandson, Chad Smith; close nephew, Sam (Leesa) Hutsler; nieces, Brittany and Veronica Hutsler, all of Lancaster; brother, Alfred Huff; nieces, Danna (Shane) Burton and Kim (Steve) Smoot, all of Florida; and her very close friend, Debbie (Jerry) Mouser of Groveport; and her dog and companion, Abbygail.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Mike Swartz; her parents, Ralph and Clara Allen; sister, Norma Hutsler; brother, Merl Moncer; sister-in-law, Jan Huff; and brother-in-law, Ronald Hutsler.
Caring cremation has taken place and a private celebration of life memorial has been scheduled for close friends and family. Memorial contributions can be made in Sharon's name to FairHope Hospice (Pickering House), 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster, Ohio or to the Stephanie Spielman Funds for Breast Cancer research.
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Colleen Hyme
November 5, 2010
I had the privilege of working with Sharon for six years while I was at the Lancaster Post Office. She possessed a sweetness to her that I shall never forget. I am deeply saddened to learn of her passing. I pray for strength for her family during this time of great loss.
tony Pregent
November 4, 2010
Marci and Chad sorry for you're loss,
Tony,beth and austin
November 3, 2010
Marci, this is your cousin Bonnie. I'm so sorry about your Mom. I didn't know where she was at and I was wanting to see her but I'd lost tough with all of you. Please except my sympathy , love, and prayers.
Bonnie Hix Brown
Samuel Raver
November 3, 2010
To Sharon's Family, I'm so sorry to learn of Sharon's passing. I worked with her for many of her years at the Post Office and she carried my mail as the substitute for my route. I'll be riding Pelotonia 2011 in her memory.
Sam Raver
November 3, 2010
Marci & Chad:
With sympathy.
Ken & Gwyn Ruff and family
November 3, 2010
Marci & Chad:
I am so sorry to hear of your mommy's passing. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam (Good)Macioce
Angie Miller
November 3, 2010
Marcie,
I am so sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers, see you soon.
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