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Margarette Smith Obituary

Margarette Worley Smith, 84, of Buchanan, Va., passed away on Tuesday, April 27, 2010. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and friend to all who was preceded in death by her husband, William Howard Smith; parents, Leroy Paul Sr. and Verna Melissa Worley; brothers, Richard, Eddie, and Joe Worley; sister, Darlene Hodges; and niece, Dawn Fralin. Margarette retired from Burlington Industries with 44 years of service and graduated with honors from Buchanan High School in 1943. She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law, Emily S. "Millie" and Donald Barger; son and daughterin-law, Gary W. and Frances Smith, all of Buchanan; grandchildren, Lisa King, Donnie Barger, Will Smith, Belinda Scott, and Lori Lawhorne; greatgrandchildren, Amanda Petty, Averi, Gary, and Emmy Lou Smith, and Logan and Kendall Scott; brothers and sisterin-law, James C. and Ruby Worley, of Independence, and Leroy Worley, of Buchanan; special nephew, Joe Whorley; many other nieces and nephews; and special friend, Dr. Shaw. Special thanks to the CSICU nursing staff of Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m. on Friday, April 30, 2010, in the Buchanan Chapel of Botetourt Funeral Home with the Rev. Brian Clingenpeel and Leroy Worley officiating. Interment will follow in Fairview Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Thursday, April 29, 2010, at Botetourt Funeral Home, 14920 Lee Highway, Buchanan, Va., 540-254-3000.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Apr. 29, 2010.

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Butch Powell

April 30, 2010

Millie and Gary,
I don't know if you remember me or not, but your whole family used to deal with me and my Dad at our store, Powell's Market, there in Buchanan. I remember your Mom like it was yesterday, even though I haven't lived in Buchanan for 20 years. She was always very pleasant when she would shop with me, and I always admired the fact that she was there and lending help & support for her brother Eddie.
I just wanted you to know that I heard your Mom passed away and I wanted to tell you that you are all in my thoughts and prayers as you grieve your loss.
Sincerely,

Pam Crabb

April 30, 2010

Gary,I am so sorry to hear about your Mama.Take comfort in knowing she is in a better place.No more pain or suffering.God is good.If ya'll need anything just let me know.
Much Love

Shirley Crotts

April 29, 2010

Millie, I am so sorry to hear of the lost of your Mother. She was such a good neighbor and friend to my Mom. I know they are both rejoicing in heaven. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Jeanne & Walter Barger

April 29, 2010

Regret we cannot be there.

April 29, 2010

Millie I feel your pain in losing your mom, but remember all your memories that no one can take away.They will be with you forever and ever.I know your heart is breaking and my prayers will be with you.The Lord will take care of you and comfort you. AMEN
Linda

Sandra Phillips

April 29, 2010

Dear Family- I do not know if you remember me, but I work at Good Samaritan and had the privilege of knowing your parents. I sat with your Dad while Gary took your Mom to Roanoke. I enjoyed those times with your Dad and also the time I spent with you rmother. She was always taking care of others.
I would run into her every now and then and it was as tho no time had passed since we last saw each other. She would often send me back to the office with a cake or some kind of goodie for ur staff.
I am sure you all have wonderful memories and I hope in the future, they bring you comfort and peace. Thinking of you at this time of loss, Sandra Phillips

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