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Doris Smellie Obituary
September 29, 1941 - September 9, 2017
Doris Jean Barrett Smellie (75) of Pocatello passed away peacefully in her home Sept. 9, 2017 after a valiantly fought battle with cancer. Doris was born in Missoula, Montana, Sept. 29, 1941, the second daughter of James Willis Barrett and Sylvia Ruth Sorensen Barrett. They moved to Pocatello, ID when Doris was 3 yeaers old, where she resided throughout her life. She graduated from Pocatello High School in 1959. Poky Pride ran strong for her!
On Nov. 25, 1963 she married John Dell Smellie of Buhl, ID in Lincoln, Kansas. They had two children. They were later sealed in the Idaho Falls, ID Temple on May 25, 1990.
Doris has always been active in the community, her church, The Church Of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints, and especially with her family, attending all that her children or grandchildren did. She was always there to support and cheer us on. Doris was always willing to help and serve anyone in need. Many called her "Grandma" even if there was no relation. She radiated love and kindness to all she met. Her greatest achievement in life was that of loving Wife, Mother and Grandmother and Friend.
Doris was an avid skier and tennis player. She averaged 40 to 50 days of skiing most seasons at Pebble Creek Ski Area, her home away from home. She taught all her children, grandchildren, and many others to ski. She also loved spending time at the family cabin in Island Park, ID. Anything active, Doris did!
She was preceded in death by her parents. Doris is survived by her Sister, Darlene Barrett Pasley, her loving husband, John Dell Smellie, children, Rick Dell (Marisa) Smelle, Sue Ann (Robert) Lee. Eight Grandchildren: Jace, Bryson (Kelsea), Miranda and Camryn Smellie; Justin (Aubrey), Aaron, Brayden and Jordan Lee. One great-grandchild, Lillian Dawn Lee.
A visitation will be held, Friday Sept. 15th from 6:00 to 8:00 PM and again Saturday Sept. 16 from 9:00 to 10:30 AM, with the funeral at 11:00 AM. All events will take place at the LDS Church House at 135 S. 7th Ave. Pocatello, ID. Graveside services to follow Mountain View Cemetary.
In Lieu of flowers, please donate to the Pocatello Sunrise Lion's club, who provide eye ware to those in need. Donations can be made at any Ireland Bank or the Downard Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Doris Smellie
Dixie L. Hunt-Robinson
September 5, 2019
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Sonia Delbosque
September 16, 2017
Dear Brother and Sister Smallie, may the Lord be close to you in this time of sorrow, may you feel His arms around you and your family.
Debra Baker
September 16, 2017
I am so sorry for your loss, but so grateful I knew Doris. She is a wonderful lady, that I know loved her family with all her heart. She spoke of you all often.
Suzanne Geyer
September 15, 2017
Dell, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your sweet family for peace at this time.
Dixie Hunt Robinson
September 15, 2017
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one, Doris. I enjoyed knowing her and seeing her at our class reunions. She was a friend to many and will always remain in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you all at this very sad time. Dixie L. Hunt Robinson (Class of 1959 PHS)
September 15, 2017
Del, Sue & Rick
It it is hard to think of Doris leaving, but we all have such wonderful memories of her & of her love.
September 15, 2017
My condolences to the Smellie family. Doris was loved by many and she especially loved her family! Great times with her at club! Patti Harris, Nampa, Idaho
Diedre Nugent
September 14, 2017
Dell I'm so sorry of the loss of your wife our prayers are with you at this time. The Nugent Family
Pat Gollob Smith
September 14, 2017
Dell, Rick,Sue and Grandchildren,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your beautiful wife, mother and grandmother. Doris always greated me with a smile and had a loving and giving heart. She will be missed by many . Cherish all those special moments you shared as a family.
Gene Kawakami
September 14, 2017
Dell, So sorry to0 find out about Doris. I will miss her on the slopes. My condolences.
September 14, 2017
Dell, I am so sorry to hear of Doris' death. Even more sorry to know of the illness she has experienced. Sorry I cannot be in Pocatello with you right now but wish you and your family the best. I pray you will find peace with this challenge. Sister Kathleen Parrish
Ron and Dale Endo
September 13, 2017
Our thoughts are with you.
Mary Beck
September 13, 2017
Dell, Rick and Sue...I am very sad to hear about Doris. She was the most optimistic person I have know and I never heard her say a negative word. She meant a lot to my children and to me. Doris will be missed by many. Love, Mary, Zach and Tyler
Sheri Frasure
September 13, 2017
Dell, Sue and Rick, Bob and I are so sad for your loss. I can and will always see her and Jackie on the "rock". LeeAnnn Kenison and I always said we wanted to keep skiing like they did. We will be in Denver visiting Ryan or else we would be at the service. Know our love for you all will be with you.
bruce hopkins
September 13, 2017
I was saddened to see the passing of Doris. She was a wonderful lady and a great sports fan. My sympathy goes out to Dell, Rick and the rest of the family.
Sue Miller
September 12, 2017
So very sorry for your loss, a bright light she will always be.
So many fun memories!
Dianna
September 11, 2017
I will always remember Doris for her calm, reassuring, can-do attitude and humor when skiing at Pebble and doing anything in life. She will always be watching over her friends and family, the best guardian angle anyone could ask for.
September 10, 2017
We are saddened by the news that Doris has passed. She was such a special friend, mom to Rick and Sue, and loved by everyone who knew here. She will be missed. Our love to you Dell and the kids and grandkids from Arizona. Love, Arlie and DD
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