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Janice Smith Obituary
Nashville, TN
Janice Lavonne Smith, age 86 of Nashville, left the physical world on February 9, 2014 to start her spiritual journey with God.
Janice was born to Anton Lund and Doris Manson in Plainfield, IA. Janice married the love of her life, Edice Ray Smith later in life, and they enjoyed 16 years of bliss.
In addition, Janice is survived by two daughters, Karen and Kathy Blankenship; three grandchildren, Kristin Poppe, Evan (Ashley) Stamey and Katy Poppe, and one Nashville niece, Nancy Cartwright. She is also survived by four step-sons, Larry (Diane) Smith, Rand (Beth) Smith, Jeff (Ann) Smith and Marty (Pam) Smith, and thirteen grandchildren and three great-grandchildren (Olivia & William Smith Olsen and Raleigh Fisher), whom she adored.
A special thanks you to Gentiva Hospice, especially Mary Boyd and the Belmont Village staff for the love and care they provided.
A celebration of life will be held at Memorial Lutheran Church on February 22, 2014 at 2 p.m., with a meal to follow.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in her honor to Memorial Lutheran Church, 1211 Riverside Dr., Nashville, TN 37206; or Room in the Inn, P.O. Box 25309, Nashville, TN 37203.
Phillips-Robinson Funeral Home, (615) 262-3312.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Virgie Carver
February 17, 2014
Karen, I am so sorry to hear of Janice passing.I really loved her as a friend.I regret not being able to attend her service. I am in Atlanta,Ga with my son and family. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Love, Virgie Carver
Gayle Prillaman
February 16, 2014
Karen, I am keeping you in my thoughts and prayers. So sorry I cannot attend your mother's memorial. Much love to you and your family.
February 12, 2014
Karen,
May God's grace sustain you and your family in the days ahead. It is only He who can give us that sense of peace. I know you're going to continue to miss you mom. Life is so ever changing. Much Love, Karen White
Michele Skinner-Hutson
February 11, 2014
Our prayers are with all the family on your loss. Janice was a special lady to us and God has gained another angel.
Charisse Kulp
February 11, 2014
Karen, My prayers are with you and Kathy. I remember your Mom. She was always a nice lady.
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