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Belvia Smith Obituary
Gay (as she was known by her family and friends) was born on February 5, 1944 in Guion, Arkansas to Pat and Lavernine Gilpin who were waiting with open arms for Gay. After moving to Washington at the age of two. Gay graduated from Weatherwax High School and was then employed by the Social Security Administration where she retired. Next to her relationship with God, Gay's family and friends were an important part of her life.
Gay enjoyed riding horses, knitting, sewing, gardening, numerous crafts, and spending time with her family.
Gay is survived by her husband Murray, daughters Tamara (Tom) Nicole (John), son David, stepson Mark, sister Betty, granddaughters Jenna, Taylor, Jaime, and grandson Brian.
Preceding her in death and part of heaven's welcoming committee for her are her parents Pat and Lavernine, sister Belda Kay, brother Bob, her grandparents, aunts and uncles, and her nephew Rob.
A memorial service will be held at Mills and Mills Funeral Home, located at 5725 Littlerock Road SW, Tumwater, at 9:30 a.m., on Saturday, April 2, 2011. Interment will follow immediately at McCleary Cemetery. Rev. Randy Murphy will conduct the services.
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Robin Friend
April 20, 2011
I was so lucky to have worked with Gay in the Olympia Social Security Office. I see her expressive eyes and laugh - and she was so much help to me as a new supervisor! I enjoyed seeing her in town, and at Gee Gee's while she lived in Yelm. Gay was a gem, and I send love and memories to her family.
April 4, 2011
I feel very fortunate to have reunited with Gay last year after many years. We had lunch and a wonderful visit. She felt we were reunited for a reason: we were both battling cancer. She was just as sweet and beautiful as she was in high school. I'll miss her. Kristie Bigelow Maupin, Cosmopolis
Jo-Celle Strom
April 1, 2011
Having known Gay for MANY years, I'm deeply saddened to hear of her passing from this earth...ALWAYS I thought we'd have many more periodic lunch visits to reminisce of the "old days", sharing stories of our kids, horses, and working for SSA. She'll always hold a special place in my heart with all the warm memories. Godspeed Gay...and my condolences to your family.
Nicole/John McCowan
April 1, 2011
We will miss you so much. Love you forever and will think of you often.
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