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LUCRETIA "ANNETTE" SMITH

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LUCRETIA "ANNETTE" SMITH, 61, of Fort Wayne, passed away peacefully Wednesday, Nov. 4, 2009, at home in the presence of her family. Born Jan. 17, 1948, in Griffin, Ga., she was the daughter of Dorothy Stinson-Farley and the late Walter Farley. She was a faithful member of Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church. She retired from GM Automotive as an Employee Advocate on July 1, 2008, after 44.7 years of dedicated service. She was a member of the GM Retirement Club. She leaves to cherish her memory, a devoted and loving husband Agustus "Gus" Smith; son, Gustin Karl Smith of Los Angeles, Calif.; daughter, Nena Strickland of Atlanta, Ga.; brother, Carlton Blackman of Griffin, Ga.; sisters, Dorothy (Ronnie) Rucker of Stockbridge, Ga., Valeria "Lee" Farley of Fort Wayne, Joyce Farley (Wallace) Sands of Decatur, Ga., Chiquita Atkins of Griffin, Ga., Alison Farley Reid of Stone Mountain, Ga., Nedra Farley of Jonesboro, Ga. and Annie Lou (John) Anderson of College Park, Ga.; stepson, Anthony (Vicky) Gipson of Conyers, Ga.; stepdaughters, Lisa Motley of Wesson, Miss. and Felicia Fikes of Tupelo, Miss.; seven grandchildren; and a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews and other relatives and friends. She was also preceded in death by her son, Orlandis Ramsey; and sister, Alvita Williams. Funeral service is 1 p.m. Wednesday at Mount Calvary Missionary Baptist Church, with visitation two hours prior. Burial in Highland Park Cemetery. Arrangements by Carmichael Funeral Service.

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Published by Fort Wayne Newspapers on Nov. 8, 2009.

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Verna Jones& Family

November 23, 2009

To the Smith family. Annette was a very special woman to many people, she always made every body feel so special, she never meet a stanger. Her wonderful memories will live on forever abd ever. Rest on Annette cause you are in gods hands smileing that beautiful smile. Submitted with my deepest condolences.

Linda Turner

November 14, 2009

Gus And Family,

Annette was a great friend, she will be missed dearly. I still remember her smiling face from the years that I worked at GM. We had a special friendship and could talk about anything. Those memories will remain with me. The Lord has called her home.
May God give you and the family the strength needed to go on without her.
She is gone but will not be forgotten.
My Love and prayers go out to you and your family.

Jeannie Woolfolk

November 14, 2009

I was so sadden to hear the news of our loss. My heart go, out to the family at this time and in the days ahead. May the joy of the Lord watch and keep you all strong during this time and in the days ahead.

We will miss you Annette! RIP

Love Jeannie Douglas Woolfolk, Dallas, TX

November 14, 2009

Mom, I am so honored to have you for my mother. We shared so much. The laughter, the talks, the love will truly be missed. You were so kind, and gentle. You always believed in me even when I did not believe in myself.
We wanted you here with us, but God wanted you more. Mommy I miss you so much. Nena Mo

Mary Briggins

November 12, 2009

To the Smith Family,
My you all find comfort knowing that your love one is resting in the arms of Jesus. Ecclesiastes 3:4 say A time to weep, and a time to laugh; a time to mourn, and a time to dance. You all are in my prayers and thoughts may God continue to strengthen you while you go though this difficult time.

Harvette Roberts

November 12, 2009

I am truly a "BLESSED" Niece to have had such an AWESOME Aunt.
The advice and wisdom that I was given will stick with me for the rest of my life.
Thanks for being the no nonsense person that you were and I may have not always taken your advice but do know I was listening and I heard you.
Uncle Gus, THANK YOU for just being there and for being so cool I love you bunches remember San Diego is here for you whenever you need to get away.
Nena And Gustin You two were so lucky to have had the pleasure of having a Mom that was a Blessing to each and everyone that she came into contact with. She touched so many lives and really made a difference.
R.I.P Aunt Ann I love you and will miss you dearly.
Thank You God for letting us borrow your PRECIOUS CHILD!!

November 11, 2009

To the Smith Family,
We are all sadden to hear of Annette's passing. We were truly blessed to have known her.
Gustin, stay strong, our thoughts a prayers are with you.
Emma & Larry Bostic
La' Nesha Franklin & Family

Sherry Fincher

November 11, 2009

To Nena & Family,

I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. I will be praying for you & your family.

LeKresia outlaw

November 11, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. I know that Mrs. Smith was a great woman. It shows in how she raised a wonderful and respectful son. Gustin I am so sorry for your loss and I am here if you every need someone to talk to. May God be with your family and many blessings.
Le'Kresia Outlaw

Debra Tibbs

November 10, 2009

Cuz Dorothy, Nena & family I am so sorry about your loss. We know
it is not or will it be easy... but the precious memories will help to get
you through each day...along w/God's grace.

For God is so faithful and I pray that he will give you grace and strength to face each everyday...for his mercies are renewed every morning and he is able to turn your weeping into dancing for joy cometh in morning.

Love you
Debra & Jionne Tibbs & Family of Lima, OH

Dexter Fikes

November 10, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Gail Carr

November 10, 2009

To the Family:

May God give you the comfort and strength you need and seek at this time. Her pilgrimage here has ceased, but know she has truly been promoted! She now takes her place with "Our Father". Please find solace in knowing God's Grace is sufficient and cherish her loving memory.

Deb Jones

November 10, 2009

Gus & Family
We are keeping you in our prayers. Annette's smileing face will be missed and her presence in the sancutary, as we already know to be absent from the body means present with the Lord, all pain has passed away. Your strength will come from the Lord.
Bro. & Sis. Charles Jones

The Greer Family

November 9, 2009

From the Greer and Brown family your neighbors, even though your presence graced our lives for a short period of time, the impact your spirit had on us, especially on moma(nana), will never be forgotten. To be absent from the body is to present with the lord,I pray God's grace and mercy will keep your family in perfect peace. God Bless

Shardae Hicks-Brinkley

November 9, 2009

My prayers are with the entire Smith family. I had the pleasure of living across the street from them for 18 years and they always looked out for our family in the neighborhood. Mrs. Annette is resting now. I pray that God touches your hearts and brings comfort. God Bless You all.

James & Mary Smith

November 9, 2009

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Kasey Carr

November 9, 2009

Gustin,
You and your family are in my prayers at this trying moment in life. I know it is hard, but know everything is going to be OK!

Love love

Cynthia Williams

November 9, 2009

My name is Cynthia Williams. My dad was William Files Sr. I met Annette and at my aunt MaryAnn and uncle Lee's house for a gathering on Labor Day over a year ago. Annette was such an encouragement to me as we sat and talked. Her faith in God and her kind spirit was a delight.

May you find strength in God and through his word in the coming days. You have our prayers.
Levon and Cynthia Williams

November 9, 2009

To the Smith Family,
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Look to God for strenght.
Thr Brown Family, Charlotte, NC

JOHN BAGLEY

November 8, 2009

TO THE FAMILY YOU ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS..IT WAS TRULY A BLESSING TO KNOW AND WORK WITH ANNETTE..SHE WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND CO-WORKER..GOD BLESS U ALL..

Treasa Morris

November 8, 2009

Annette, I will truly miss you. You could always make me feel so confortable. I will always have comfort when I close my eyes and see your big smile. I will miss you cousin.

Nena Mo' my heart is with you always, we were just like sisters and there is nothing that I won't do for you. Love you so much cousin.

Gustin I love you, my blessing are with you always.

Gloria Faye Cloud

November 8, 2009

My prayers and blessing goes out to your family. Annette was a good friend and co-worker. I was truly blessed to have known her. I will always remember her big smile.

Neicy Blackburn (Abdul-Rahman)

November 8, 2009

Nena, Gus, Gustin, Jonathon and all of the Family:

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead. May knowing you were blessed to love give you some comfort.

Pam Jester

November 8, 2009

Nena Monai, you were most certainly one of your mom's greatest creations. I am praying for all of our family.

I miss you all very much and pray that I will makie better efforts to stay in touch with my family.

Ann was the first born grandchild to this family, she stayed with us here in Cleveland years ago.

What a blast....:) She would keep you laughing.

I am also in prayer for my Aunt Dot, your grandmother. Aunt Dot has always in my mind been small yet very powerful.

I admire her strength.

Prayerfully,

Your cousin,

Kessa Knox

November 8, 2009

Auntie I still can't believe that you are gone. I am glad that I was able to spend a little time with you before you went home to be with the Lord. You were one of the strongest women I knew! When I was going through my trying times you put your problems on the backburner to be there for me. I will be forever greatful to you for that! I love you more than you will ever know!!!!

Last year you gave me a flower and I can't tell you how much it is blossoming right now! It's sitting in my kitchen window. I will hold on to it forever as it is a constant reminder to me of how great of a person you were! You will forever be in my heart!

I know you're resting now and would not want to come back to this world if you could. I know that you are having a great reunion in heaven right now with your friends and family. Please put your arms around my 2 little angels for me. Knowing you, you probably already have. :-)

Until we meet again.......

Love Always
Mo (Kessa)

George&Alice Logan

November 8, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Kimm E. Gorman

November 8, 2009

Nena and family:

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your mother and I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers.

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