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Norma Squires Smith 1921 ~ 2011 Norma Squires Smith, 89, of Salt Lake City, Utah, passed away February 10, 2011. She was born to David Squires and Sarah Fowler Squires on May 19, 1921 in Cache Junction, Utah. Smith graduated from East High School in 1939. In 1942 she joined the United Services Organization (USO) as a vocalist. Her travels took her to Alaska, North Africa, Italy and England, where she performed for thousands of servicemen. After the war, she continued to sing professionally and dedicated her life to numerous charitable causes. Smith is preceded in death by her husband Robert H. Smith, parents, brother Holly Squires and sisters Ruth Ford and Florence Blank. She is survived by her daughter Kathleen R. Smith, step-daughter Cathy Rader, five grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Smith leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and music to all those who were blessed to know her.

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune on Mar. 1, 2011.

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Orvill and Chelsea Paller

March 2, 2012

Kathleen,
I hope that you remember us. My father-in-law Andrew Whitlock is your half-brother. I believe that we even may have had the chance to speak with you on the phone several years ago about Jack Whitlock. You shared with us copies of some stories that one of Jack's friends had written down for you several years ago.

In any event, I wanted to express our family's sincerest condolences on the passing of your mother last year. I was searching for your mother just today whereas one of the people that I work with is your father Jack's first cousin and she and I were exchanging stories about Jack, your mother, etc.

Would very much love to reconnect with you again. Our family (we now have four little boys) lives in Orem, Utah. Take care and hope to hear from you again soon.

Orvill and Chelsea (Whitlock) Paller
Orem, Utah

March 11, 2011

Kathleen,
Just received your card about your Mother's passing. Chuck and I were so sad to hear this news. Norma was very special to us and we will never forget the warmth and love she showered on us when we visted her and Bob in San Jose at The Casitas all those years ago. She called me Sweet Cheeks and I called her Babycakes. A truly great lady. May God Bless you and your family.

Chuck & Pam Tysinger

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