Gladys Smith Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Jan. 3 to Jan. 6, 2013.

Gladys W. Smith, 89, of East Troy, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2012 at the Neshaminy Manor, Warrington.

Gladys (Kring) was born in Troy Township on Aug. 25, 1923, the oldest daughter of Alvin and Effie Wingard Kring. She attended school in West Burlington and Troy. For 32 years, she and her late husband, Erle, managed the Bradford County Manor.

Gladys was a member of the East Troy United Methodist Church, the French Choppers Camping Club, the Eastern Star of Towanda, the Troy Hospital Auxiliary, the Ladies Auxiliary of the Oscoluwa Engine and Hose Company, Troy.

She was married to Erle Smith, who died in 1998. She is survived by Donna (Charles) Grezlak of Doylestown, Dale Smith of Troy and Glenn (Dawn) Smith of Warrenton, Va.; four grandchildren, Chris (Megan) Grezlak, Andrew (Ashlea) Grezlak, Emma (Jordan) Atkinson and Abi Smith; three great-grandchildren, Lindsay, Shelby and Bennett Grezlak; sister Alda Kiser of Troy; and many nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her brothers, Lewis "L.J." Kring and Harold Kring, her infant sister, Helen Kring, and a brother-in-law Robert Kiser.

Gladys left a legacy of love of family and friends. She loved visiting and caring for friends and family. Special folks were gifted with her apple pies and sugar cookies.

A funeral service will be held at at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 9, 2013 the Gerald W. Vickery Jr. Funeral Home Inc., 1093 W. Main St., Troy, PA 16947.

The family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 8, 2013 at the funeral home. Interment will be held in Bradford County Memorial Park, Luther Mills. Memorial gifts to the Troy Fire Department or the East Troy Methodist Church would be appreciated.

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February 1, 2013

Myrna Horton

Donna,Dale and Glenn; Just learned of your mother's passing; she was one very precious person. I can remember visiting with her and your Dad
at the Bradford County Manor when we would come to visit our Grandparents, Fred & Emma Chase. She was a very dear friend to our Grandparents. I have some photos to send you, if you can contact me ( living in Idaho now).
Focus on your wonderful memories of both your parents; God bless.....
Myrna Horton

January 12, 2013

Grace Kring

Sorry that I could not come for the funeral. She ment a lot to me

January 11, 2013

Keith and Marie (Celli) Seymour

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

January 9, 2013

Marguerite Glaser-Ridolfi

Alda,

So sorry to hear of your sister's passing. I have memories of her at the Manor.

You're in my thoughts and prayers.

January 7, 2013

Carol Darby

Dear Donna, Dale and Glenn,

We are so very sorry about the loss of your mother, our Aunt and our friend. I remember all the years your mom and dad drove my mom to visit me (and Donna)in Virginia. We are in Florida for the winter and are sorry we are unable to attend her memorial. Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. Love, Carol and Bill Darby

January 6, 2013

Stan Harrison

Our God is a God of love and is there for us in times of distress Stan

January 6, 2013

Elwyn Kie

Sorry to hear of Gladys obit. She was a wonderful person, and am glad to be a friend of her and her husband years ago.

January 3, 2013

Don&Carolyn Bixby

Donna,Dale,Glenn,so sorry to hear about your mom i will never forget all the good times working at the manor, we would see her out at the suppers&at the fire hall we will miss her, Love & Prayers.

January 3, 2013

Tim & Robyn Chilson

Dear Donna, Dale, Glenn, & Families;

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. We share your loss.

Aunt Gladys was a special person who lives on in the hearts and memories of many. She was near and dear to us, and was a great friend and sister to mom (Donna Smith). We will remember her often and fondly.

We are sorry that we can't be there to attend the services. But we'll be there with you in spirit and thought.

Sincerely,

January 3, 2013

Brent and Pat May

So sorry for your loss. Gladys touched so many lives. She will be fondly remembered. Take comfort in your memories and being with each other. God bless you all.

January 3, 2013

so sorry hearing of her passing..she was a very special lady i enjoyed working with her at firehall events..you know where we are if needed ...curt and deb

January 3, 2013

Georgia Scott Pepper

I'm so sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. She will live forever in your memories. Thoughts and prayers headed your way.

January 3, 2013

Sharon Bacorn

Donna, Dale & Glenn,
I'm sorry to hear of your Mother's passing. Mom's are precious. I just visited with her this past year at the grocery store. It was so good to see her. I spent time with my Grandmother, Emma Chase at the Manor when you all lived there. Many memories of your Mom and Dad and you all. My sincere sympathy.

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