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Mary Smith Obituary

Mary Jane Smith, 71, of Bradenton, went to be with the Lord on March 6, 2010. Mary Jane moved to Manatee County from Marne, Michigan over 20 years ago. She was a faithful attendant of the First Church of the Nazarene, previously attending Coopersville Reformed Church of Coopersville, Michigan. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother and will be sadly missed by her family and friends. Mary is survived by her devoted husband, Robert J. Smith, five children; Bob (Nancy) LePard, David (Mary Jane) LePard, Marijo LePard, Jerry Smith, and Jim Smith, a Special C.F. Mare, four brothers; Jack (Merilyn) Kalee, Robert (Judy) Kalee, James (Connie) Smith, and Bert (Sue) Smith, a sister; Kathy (George) Sagara, sixteen grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren. Visitation will be Tuesday, March 9th, 2010 from 4-7pm, at Covell Funeral Home, 4232 26th Street West, Bradenton. Funeral Services will be Wednesday, March 10, at 10:00am, also at Covell Funeral Home with entombment to follow. Donations in Mary Jane's memory can be made to The Other Way Ministries, 710 West Fulton, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504

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Published by Bradenton Herald on Mar. 9, 2010.

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John Corey family

March 15, 2010

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. Mary impacted our family with very fond memories. We pray for peace for her family with love and deepest sympathy.

Jennifer LePard

March 14, 2010

I loved my grandma very much, and her death was such a shock to everyone. I have so many fond memories of her growing up. She is in a better place now, and happy. I can't wait to see her again someday. I love you grandma.

Paul and Sharon Smith

March 11, 2010

Bob and family. We just found out about Mary's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.Paul and Sharon Smith

March 9, 2010

To the Smith, LePard and Kalee families: Our deepest sympathies. It was a shock to read of Marys passing. Our love and prayers are with all of you.
Cousins Ned, Carol and Sue Kriekard

Tuttle Family

March 9, 2010

Jack, Bob & Kathy. So sorry to hear about Mary. We all grew up together as next door neighbors.
All our prayers are with you. Gladys, Richard, Karen Lobbezoo, David, Cathie Ver Hage & Donald

Martha Terpstra-Hemily

March 9, 2010

Mary was my babysitter when I was a kid and later was the leader for our Girl's League group at Richmond Church. The Kalee and Terpstra families were very close and I have very good memories of spending time with them. I havn't seen Mary in a while but I know that I will see her again someday. God bless

Jackie Barnett

March 9, 2010

Bob, Marijo, Bob, David, Jack, Bob, Kathy and families: My heart and prayers go out to you all today and in the days to come. I grieve with you in your loss but find comfort in knowing Mary is in the greatest of hands now. Mary and I go back a long, long way beginning as kids on Nixon. Memories of those times, playing tag, chasing butterflies, Esmarilda, building tents, forts in haystacks, catechism classes, Sunday school, walking to Oakley, sleepovers, passing notes via our message line, getting into mischief, tiger baseball, fishing at the cottage, all come flooding back. Our teen years we shared our dreams, lifes uncertainty, challenges, and accomplishments. As adults we learned responsibility and overcame lifes challenges and enjoyed every minute of motherhood. Through it all we shared joys, sorrows, tears, and laughter. I thank God to have had Mary as a lifelong friend. I wish I could be with you now, but please know that my heart is. God Bless. Kay

Lynda VanDusen

March 9, 2010

You surely will be missed and your great sence of humor when I come down to Florida to see you. May you rest in peace.

Kim and Nancy Smith Sutterfield

March 9, 2010

Mary was such a special part of the Smith family. She was a blessing to so many and will be sadly missed here, but enjoying her heavenly home which is our comfort.

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