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TRUMANSBURG - Virginia B. Smith, 90, of Delray Beach, FL and formerly of Trumansburg, NY, died on October 31, 2007.
Ginny came on this earth during a very turbulent time in our country's history. She acquired her indomitable spirit growing up with her brother and mother during the depression. She worked her way through college (University of Washington) while living on a houseboat. Upon graduation, Ginny fulfilled a lifetime dream and became a pilot. With WWII close approaching, she joined the Red Cross and was stationed in Europe for two years. Her unit was attached to the 9th Air Force, and it was here that she met her future husband, Carl. The next 30 years she rotated a teaching career and child rearing.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by five children, Eric Smith (Maria) of Chester Springs, PA, Dana Smith (Roxanne) of Trumansburg, NY, Paul Smith (Robin) of Bend, OR, Mike Smith (LaJuana) of Los Angeles, CA, Beth Lambert (Mike) of Eugene, OR; and numerous grandchildren. She is also survived by a brother, William Bachelor (Ione) of Los Angeles, CA.
A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at St. Vincent Ferrer Catholic Church, 840 George Bush Blvd., Delray Beach on Saturday, November 10th, at 1:00 p.m. Entombment will take place at a later date in Trumansburg, NY. Lorne & Sons Funeral Home, Delray Beach, FL.
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Kathy Riddle
November 8, 2007
Dear "Doc" and family, I was so sorry to hear about Ginny. You both have always been such a BIG part of my life. I can't remember when you weren't in my life. Mom and Dad always loved you so much and the four of you had wonderful times together. There are so many stories I've heard about the four of you. What memories. May God Watch over you during this difficult time and remember my love and prayers are with you all. Thanks for the wonderful memories. Love Always, Kathy Riddle
Anita and Larry Clapp
November 6, 2007
To the Family of Ginny Smith:
I was saddened to hear about your loss.She definitely lived a long and active life. Ginny was a wonderful woman and thinking about her, I recalled how often she was involved in my life. When I first started teaching in 1970, I was a roamer. I shared many rooms with teachers - one of which was Ginny's French room. She was also a member of my golf team for many years, and I often played tennis with her and some other ladies. She was a remarkable woman with many talents, including having a wonderful family. I often admired both her and "Doc". Both Larry and I are thinking of you at this very difficult time.
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