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Delores "Teeny" Smith, age 73 of Gary went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday January 10, 2017. She was born November 19, 1943 in Gary, Indiana to the late Frank and Luella Johnson. Delores graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1962. She worked at The Post Tribune and then Trump Casino before retiring. She was a dedicated member of Word Works Ministry where she faithfully served and helped others. She is preceded in death by her parents and four siblings. Delores is survived by her only daughter Tracey (James) Bell; two grandchildren James and Jessica; ex-husband Edward Smith; three siblings Celestine (Vince) Edwards, Willa Smith and Connie (Michelle) Johnson and a host of other relatives and friends. Visitation Wednesday January 18, 2017 from 9-11:00 a.m. with funeral services at 11:00 a.m. both at the Guy & Allen Chapel. Interment Evergreen Cemetery.
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Still hurts. Tears still flow. Still missing you. The love you showed for me and my son was amazing. You were the best big sister I could ever hope for and there will never be another you. As I dry my tears today, I'm comforted in knowing that you are resting in Paradise and we'll meet again in Eternity with our Lord and Savior.
Rest on Big Sis. Love is eternal.
Debrah Smith Daniel
January 9, 2020
I'm going to try and think positive things because I miss mother Delores very much I know nothing will be the same without her, but I know also that she will always be around in spirit and she loves us all. We are all going to try to be calm and be glad she's with the lord. Mother Delores was a sweet woman and she determined to show everyone love. I can just remember all the hugs and kisses she gave me she always puts a smile on everyone's face there's nothing you could have done to bring her down she's a strong woman ( I love you mother Delores xoxoxoxo RIP❤
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Diaviane Mcclerin
June 26, 2017
I'm sorry auntie I didn't get a chance to know you. I just found out and my heart aches. I love you and miss you. Your niece Felicia loves you. May God bless you and your family.
Felicia Johnson
May 5, 2017
Loved this Lady, she was such an awesome woman of God. Sadly missed but the comfort in knowing she is with my Lord and Savior, gives me the strength to carry on. She would always say to me you can make it, Gods got it. I'm praying for you.
Tracy I'm still praying for you and family, know that I love you all.
Lavetta Marshall
April 6, 2017
Sorry for your loss will be praying for your family
Patrice Lewis
January 18, 2017
My sincerest condolences to your family.
May the treasured memories of your loved one and the drawing close to God in prayer comfort and strengthen you during this most difficult time.
PD-GA
January 17, 2017
God grant you comfort and peace in your time of sorrow...
Will Hargrove, RHS 1962
January 17, 2017
Delores "Teeny" Smith was my cousin. One memory that I will always remember of my cousin Teeny is her big beautiful smile. Sometimes when I saw her at a store I could be mad at something, but when I look up at her big smile it seem like whatever I was mad at didn't seem to bother me anymore. Teeny you will be truly missed, and I will always love you and rememberyou as that sweet kind person. This is bye for now until we see each other again in God's kingdom.
Debra Woods
January 16, 2017
Willa and Family,
You have our heartfelt sympathy in the transition of your Beloved Sister, Delores. May the fond memories sustain you in the months to come.
Delores and Your Classmates,
Jimmie L. & Daisy Curtis and John W. & Dorothy Curtis
January 16, 2017
To: The Family of Delores Smith
The loss of such a dedicated Volunteer saddened us all. Her warm smile and pleasant manner will be missed...
- Methodist Hospital Auxiliary
January 16, 2017
Although we can't be with you while you remember your loved one, you're in our thoughts from afar.
Yvonne Smith
January 16, 2017
Pastors James & Tracey Bell, Smith family and Word Works Family. I was sadden to hear of the homegoing of Sis. Smith. We are praying for God's peace to rest upon you.
Love,
Earlean Leonard
Diana Dicks
Diana Dicks
January 16, 2017
My condolences to the Smith Family. Be comforted in knowing ". . . though Mother Delores Smith is absent from the body, she is PRESENT with the Lord". I will be praying for the Smith-Bell Family during this time.
Love in Christ, Ida Davis (Visitor of Word Works Ministry) - - Merrillville, IN
January 15, 2017
I'll miss everything about you. You were my sister and my buddy. So loving, honest, devoted and funny. Even though I won't hear you say "Hey my baby sister" and feel your hugs and kisses, I'm confident that you are with our Jesus. Rest big sister.
My prayers are with the family. God is giving us strength, comfort and peace. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.
Debrah Daniel
January 15, 2017
Ms. Smith was a busy woman helping others and God does not forget what we do but will reward us accordingly. Heb. 6:10
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