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Barbara Smithwick Obituary

BARBARA FAYE SMITHWICK, age 77, passed into the arms of our Lord Jesus Christ early Thursday morning, November 8th. Barbara was born in Johnstown, CO on June 12, 1930. Preceding her in death is Jim, her husband of 55 years. Affectionately called "Bobby", she is survived by her four children Cindy Smithwick, Tim and wife Belinda, Pamela Smithwick Wilson and husband Marks, and Doug and wife Patti. She is also survived by her four brothers, Milton and wife Nancy, Jim and wife Beth, Rich, and Steve Nazarenus. Barbara has eleven beautiful grandchildren, Paul, Melissa Wilson Mikus and husband Bryan, Jonathan, Daniel, Andrew, Anna-Kristine, Matthew, Julie, Andrea, Michael, and Amy. Barbara moved to Houston, TX with her husband Jim and their children from the Pacific Northwest in 1972, where they owned and operated Best Locking Systems of Houston, Inc. for over 20 years. Barbara was a wonderful Christian woman who served the Lord with fervency. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She never met a stranger and every person she met, she valued. Visitation with the family will be on Friday, November 16 from 6:00 -8:00 PM at Klein Funeral Home Champion Forest. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 17, 2007 at 11:00 AM at Calvary Community Church, 7550 Cherry Park Drive, Houston, Tx 77095.

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Published by Houston Chronicle from Nov. 11 to Nov. 14, 2007.

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Elisa Wong

November 17, 2007

Barbara had such a warm, welcoming wave and smile. She never minded our noisy bunch playing outside her window. Such friendly neighborliness will be terribly missed.

Looking forward to being neighbors in God's mansion some day..

The Wong Family

Drew Lomonte

November 14, 2007

Dear Smithwick Family,
I am very sorry for your loss. Barbara was a very kind woman who always showed an interest in others and always had a smile on her face. I will miss her inspirational attitude. I know she will be missed by many.

The Giles Family

Gigi Giles-Crow

November 14, 2007

Mrs. Barabara was a kind and loving woman who always had the right answer for your problem. She always asked how you were and showed intrest in your life.

She was a very good friend to my Dad, Mom and brother Chipper. Chipper passed away this past May and I know the hurt and sorrow the death of a loved one brings, but know she is now in the arms of Jesus and will see you soon.

May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He make His face shine upon you and give you peace.

Blessings,

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