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Catherine Smith Obituary

Catherine W. Smith VIRGINIA BEACH - Catherine W. Smith, 79, answered God's call to come home Monday, Nov. 30, 2009. She was born in Princess Anne County to the late Alfred and Belle (Toy) Weston. She was predeceased by her husband, Albert Smith and brother, Alfred L. Weston. She leaves to cherish her memory her children, Terrence Smith, Alberta Smith-Winters (Scott), Jeffrey Smith (Mia), Bradford Smith (Tina), and Tiffiney Smith; 10 grandchildren; a sister-in-law, Maggalean W. Weston; and a nephew, Alfred L. Weston III. The viewing of our loved one will be Friday, Dec. 4, at Riddick Funeral Home, Norfolk, from 6 to 8 p.m. The funeral will be held Saturday, Dec. 5, at Mount Zion AME Church, Princess Anne Road, Virginia Beach, at 11 a.m. The burial will be at Woodlawn Memorial Gardens immediately following the services.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Dec. 2, 2009.

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Gina, Leon, Ambia and Ciara Kelly

December 8, 2009

Jeff, Mia and all of the Smith family, I am so sorry for your loss. Although I know you miss her dearly as I do my mother who passed this year, I take comfort in knowing that our mother's are together (again), as my mother worked for Atlantic Cleaners for a brief time with your mother. It is said that time heals all wounds and believe it or not, it really does. The pain and void you feel of her loss my never leave you completely, but you will take comfort in knowing what a great person and how loved she was, and look back with fond memories of her.

Phil Kellam

December 7, 2009

I was saddened to hear of Catherine's passing. I always knew her to be a wonderful example of personal dignity and God's grace. Ever since Atlantic Cleaners was on 21st Street, I have had the pleasure of knowing Catherine. The older you get, the more you realize who the people are that had a positive effect on your life and Catherine was just such a person in my life. She will be greatly missed.

Thomas & Dawn Quick

December 5, 2009

We are sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Tim & Latonya Ferguson

December 4, 2009

Ms. Catherine will be missed by our family. She was the Sunday School teacher for both of our children. Her kind, loving, spirit should live on in each of you. We are unable to attend the service, but our prayers will be with you. Mt. Zion's loss is Heaven's gain.

December 4, 2009

We won't be able to attend the service, but we want you to know that our prayers are with you and your family.

George & Virginia Evans, Va Bch, VA

December 2, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time of need. We are sorry to hear of your loss, please call us if you need anything.

Steven and Ingrid Hairston, Raleigh, North Carolina

Dale & Leesa Morrison

December 2, 2009

May the Lord provide comfort to your family during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Pearl Temple

December 2, 2009

To the family, God makes no mistakes and he is Able to carry you through, she was a wonderful person, Sunday School Teacher, mother and friend, she will be greatly missed. Keep the faith and remember all is well with our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

pamela vinson

December 2, 2009

brad I sorry for your family lost.

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