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Rae Smith Obituary

Rae Louise Smith

Loudon, NH - Rae Louise Smith, age 85, of Loudon died Wednesday March 19th at Pleasant View Center.

She was born in Concord NH, daughter of the late Ray S. and Gertrude J. (Menard) Miller.

She was a graduate of Concord High School. Rae and her husband Michael were owners and operators of 106 Beanstalk Store for many years. She enjoyed bowling at Boutwells bowling center and was a member of the Loudon Young at Heart Club.

She is survived by her husband Michael Smith, a daughter; Jennifer L. Weatherbee, two sons; Jeffrey M. Smith, and Russell C. Smith; and 3 grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her sister, Joan Sutherland

Graveside services will be held in the Spring at the Loudon Center Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers donations may be made in her memory to the Granite VNA, 30 Pillsbury Street, Concord, NH 03301.

The Waters Funeral Home in Concord has the honor of assisting the family with the arrangements.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Concord Monitor on Mar. 25, 2025.

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Nathan Sargent

March 31, 2025

Ray always had a smile on her face when ever we came by the house. We are so sorry for your loss.
Clara Jane Gardner & Nathan Sargent.

The Sutherland Family

March 30, 2025

Rae was such a wonderful person and a dear soul. Our sincerest condolences on your loss.
Trudy and the boys

Marjorie Smith-Schofield

March 27, 2025

I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed my time with all of you when I worked and the 106 beanstalk. I have great memories and dinner at Rae and Mikes house. She is such a kind soul. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

The Eugene Menard Family

March 25, 2025

So Sorry for your loss to the Smith family ! Rae's smile when driving the house along with a wave will always in our memories.

Greg and Lorri Sargent

March 25, 2025

Wanted you to know we are thinking of you all during these hard times
We love you all

The Entire Staff of Waters Funeral Home

March 24, 2025

Offering our deepest condolences at this difficult time.

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