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Mowry Smith Obituary
Mowry Smith, Jr, of Neenah, age 95, passed away Wednesday, August 14, 2013. He was born March 19, 1918, in Neenah. Survivors include his three children: Mowry Smith III, Curtis (Tamara) Smith, Onnie Leach Smith; three nieces: Katharine Ganser, Sue Gosin, Jennie Goelz; and three grandchildren: Courtney Smith, Mary-Lucile Smith and Carleton Smith. Mowry was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Leach Smith.
In accordance with Mowry's wishes, there will be no service held. Mowry was a very generous man and in lieu of flowers please contribute to the church or charity of your choice.
The family would like to thank all of his wonderful caregivers who helped Mowry so much in his last years.
Westgor Funeral Home
205 W. Doty Ave.
Neenah 722-7151
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Memories and Condolences
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Greg Mueller
August 26, 2013
We met Mowry Smith when visiting my dad, George Mueller, who preceeded him to their eternal reward. They were good friends. Their reunion in the Next Life should be joyful. Our condolences to the family.
August 19, 2013
Mowry was very generous and supportive to our son, he met him when he was a server at North Shore. We will always be greatful. Sincerely Sheila Hackstock
August 19, 2013
I knew Mowry through church - he always greeted everyone with a smile. Watching him enjoy the children as they listened to the message was always a special moment. It was a pure pleasure to greet Mowry and share a warm handshake and smile. God's grace be with you all. Marilyn Kostrzak
August 18, 2013
I had the privilege of meeting Mowry in the line of caring for him through the VNA. I learned to really enjoy him. I will miss him.
stephanie buelow
August 17, 2013
I was fortunate enough to get to work with Mowry as one of his VNA caregivers. It hasn't set in that I won't be going to see him anymore but he's in a great place. I will miss his "sassy" personality and that amazing smile I was lucky to see during our visits. I will miss sharing the paper and visiting with him. He is the reason I love the work I am in. Rip Mowry.
Carol Briggs
August 17, 2013
Mowry was a lifelong advocate for Doty Island. I was fortunate to have worked with Mowry and Frank Stilp to start Doty Island Development Council. I learned a great deal from both of those great men. I will forever cherish my time with Mowry through the many adventures to build the Welcome Sign, mount battles with either Neenah or Menasha city councils to support Doty Island businesses, write his book about Doty Island and much much more. He was a hero and will be sorely missed.
Chef Larry
August 17, 2013
Mowry was a great friend. My condolences to out to his family. -
Len Kachinsky
August 16, 2013
He was a great asset to the community and local GOP
August 16, 2013
I worked at North Shore G.C.for a few years and had the privilege of getting to know Mowry, he was a great man and thought the best of everyone. I am so sorry for your loss. Anita Carney
Pam Zielinski
August 16, 2013
Mowry was a bank client of mine for many years. I will miss his smile and wit. God Bless your family. RIP Mowry.
Peter Fritzell
August 16, 2013
Mowry and I worked together on the board of The Forest History Society for several years. We shared hotel bedrooms, lunches, breakfasts, plane trips, and one very special trip to Ashland, etc. I loved the man and his views of the resources and trends we discussed at length. A fine, fine man--generous and caring. Among many images of him I still carry with me is a treasured one of M. heading up the first hole at North Shore in cutoff jeans and a floppy hat, being himself. My very best to his family. Peter Fritzell
August 16, 2013
Trip, Curt and Onnie. I am so glad that I had the opportunity of meeting your parents. You were extremely fortuate to have such a wonderful and warm father and I thought of him very often. My prayers are with you at this time
Karen Hoest Barrow
August 16, 2013
Onnie, Curt & Trip -- so sorry for your loss. You're father was always such a gentlemen.
Dan Thome
August 16, 2013
Mowry was a great guy. Always enjoyed discussing business and history with him. My condolences to his family.
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