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Reta Smith Obituary
11/17/1941 - 9/13/2010
Reta Belle Smith "Skellenger" passed away September 13, 2010 in Roseville Calif., at the young age of 68.
Born November 17, 1941 in Bishop, Calif. Married to beloved husband Duane T. Smith for 52 years.
Survived by her mother Joyce Skellenger; sister Arlene Vlahos and brother Vernon Skellenger. Also survived by her children Diana Silver, David Smith, Matthew Smith, Timothy Smith and wife Heidi Smith; and her numerous loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Reta grew up in Loomis, Calif., with many lifelong friends. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and wife.
A Celebration of Life will be held September 20, 2010 of 10 a.m. at Newcastle Cemetery in the Pavilion to follow by a reception at the Roseville Moose Lodge.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
September 25, 2010
To the Smith/Skellenger family, I am so sorry for your loss. Memories are the things that help us to get through times like this. My thoughts are with you. Tonna Lee {John and Mabel Lee's daughter}
Loretta Peart
September 20, 2010
Duane & family, I am so sorry for your loss. Reta was a special person with a wonderful smile. My prayers are with you and all your family. RIP Reta
Dawn Devany
September 20, 2010
You always had a smile that could light up room. I loved you laugh & your cute little button nose. RIP Reta
Cassie Wakley
September 20, 2010
David and Family-I am so sorry for your loss of your wonderful Mom and bestfriend. She will be missed by so many. Please stay strong and keeping her memory alive with all of your fond memories to fill several books. I am sending you and your family strength and guidance through this tough time. Cassie Wakley, Newcastle, California
September 19, 2010
David and family,
I am thinking of you and keeping you all in my prayers. God bless you and God bless Reta.
Laurie Adamson Murphy
Sparks, Nevada
Darenda Kimm
September 17, 2010
Diana and family,
I loved your mom's funny comments and will miss her very much. She has taken a part of my heart with her. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers always. Lots of love to you all.
Darenda
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