Jane-Smith-Obituary

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Jane (Campbell) Smith

Wakefield, Rhode Island

Oct 7, 1924 – Feb 7, 2016 (Age 91)

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BORN
October 7, 1924
DIED
February 7, 2016
AGE
91
LOCATION
Wakefield, Rhode Island

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Holden, Dunn & Lawler Funeral Home Obituary

SMITH - Jane (Campbell), of North Hill, Needham MA., and Wakefield, RI, died February 7, 2016, following a long illness. She was born on October 7, 1924, in Montreal, Canada to Mary Hazard Campbell and Wallace Campbell II. Jane was predeceased in 2009 by her devoted husband of 61 years, Barton...

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I think of my mother nearly every day. There are so many happy images that come to mind of my mother bestowing devotion and kindness to her five children and husband, as well as to numerous friends and family members. Mom will always be remembered for her pivotal role in the founding and her lifelong work at the Arc of South Norfolk. She devoted her life to improving the lives of special-needs individuals, helping them to become valued members of society. She was largely responsible for...

Thinking of mom every day – even just this morning at the gym. One of her funny expressions was. Yes, it’s Thursday – all day long!

Dear Muffy,

My mother, Anne Wright, lived down the hall from your parents at Fox Hill and Mum was very fond of your mother. She was an attractive woman, and when we were at DCD I used to visit you at your house. What a kind woman your she was. I read about her death in the DCD bulletin and am thinking about you.

Annie Wright Moran
39 Parade Hill Lane
New Canaan, CT 06840
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Our family did not know Jane, but we have received immense guidance and support through The South County Norfolk Arc. The work of Jane Smith has improved the lives of 3 generations of families and brought hope for the life for our child -- we will long remember with gratitude and admiration Jane Smith and her work to this end.

Rest in peace Jane. You have blazed an amazing path, and we are all grateful.

Aunt Jane was the inspiration I followed when I had my severely handicapped son...her dedication to her calling left a deep imprint on me and gave me courage when I needed it most. Thank you Aunt Jane for your gift of love and grace!

Your mom was such an amazing woman. She will always have a special place in our heart! May she rest in peace!

Jane was a huge blessing when I had my son with down syndrome 34 yrs ago , she shared wonderful stories of Bruce so inspirational and uplifting...always loved my conversations with her. I am so blessed to have had her in my life God bless you Jane!!!My deepest sympathy to her family!!