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Holly Smith Obituary
Holly Marie Smith age 21 of Pennsville died Wednesday November 30, 2005 at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Holly was born in Salem and is the daughter of David Smith of Pennsville and the late Susan Norton Smith. She was a lifelong Pennsville resident. Holly was deeply loved and will be sadly missed by all who loved her in return.
Holly was a 2003 graduate of Pennsville Memorial High School. She was currently employed as a dispatcher for the Bridgeton Police Dept., attended Salem Community College, and previously attended West Virginia University.
Survived by her parents David and Charlotte Smith of Pennsville, sisters; Brieanna L. Smith of Pennsville, Yvonne L. (Geist) Gorman of Mt. Laurel and Pamela E. Geist of Pennsville, maternal grandparents; Thelma and Leon Norton of Pennsville, paternal grandmother Flora Smith of Carney’s Point, aunt; Penny Wylie, cousins Amber and Shane of Pennsville, aunt Carol and uncle Ken Hedrick, cousins Kristy, Tanya and Samantha of Rome, N.Y.
Predeceased by her mother; Susan Norton Smith and paternal grandfather; Bertis Smith.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tues. Dec. 6 at the Trinity United Methodist Church Pennsville where friends may call Monday evening from 7:00 to 9 p.m. and 10 to 11 a.m. on Tues. prior to the service. Burial will be at the Riverview Cemetery, Penns Grove, NJ.
In lieu of flowers please make memorial contributions to the: The Children’s Hospital Foundation, c/o The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, 34th and Civic Center Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19104, Attn: PICU or The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation of America, CCFA Honor & Memorial Gifts, 386 Park Ave S., 17th Floor, New York, N.Y. 10016-8804.
Funeral arrangements under the direction of the Laughrey Funeral Home, Pennsville.
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Sharon Melnick
December 13, 2005
Holly was an amazing girl. She touched my life in ways no one will ever know and I will treasure our friendship for life. I could always count on her for a laugh ... no matter what. She was such a happy person and no matter where she was she could always light up the room. She brought joy to the lives of everyone that was lucky enough to know her. Our friendship goes way back and the memories I have of all the things we did together, whether it was traveling with both of our families or hanging out just the two of us, are the memories I will hold in my heart forever. I kno in my heart she is in the best place she could be now, but I could not miss her more. There is so much I want to say and so much I wish I could have told her and somehow now I cant find the right words. Holly will always be an unforgettable friend and I will love and miss her always.
To the Smith Family: You are in my thoughts and prayers always. May God give you strength through this time and know you have the total love and support of us all. My deepest sympathies.
Margaret Bruce
December 9, 2005
Dear Family of Holly,
My prayers are with you in the lost of Holly, but remember that our lost of a love one is Heavens gain and that one day we will all reunite. We know that Holly would not want us to greive but rejoice and know she is painfree with GOD.
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Jennifer Kernan
December 8, 2005
Holly you where the best friend someone could have. you taught me to be the person that i am today. I will always love you my sister, my best friend, my twin.
love you Jenn
Carol Fleharty
December 6, 2005
Dear Family of Holly Smith: I was so sorry to read of Holly's death. It is so difficult to lose a young person, and my heart aches for all of you. We lost our son five years ago from an infection contracted due to Chronic Granulomatous Disease. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carol Fleharty
LaDonna Edwards-Hunt
December 6, 2005
I am so sorry for your loss. I have a daughter age 20, that doesn't have CDG, but I have a son Joey who is 13 and I couldn't imagine losing my children. My dearest friend, Bonnie just lost her son, Jason age 23 to CGD and we are heart broken. Everyday we wake up feeling blessed to have one more day with our children. If you ever want to vent/chat/email just do so please. Again, my heart goes out to you.
Mary Hurley
December 5, 2005
Dear Holly Smith family,
Although, I have never met your family I share in your mourning for Holly. I’ve been involved with chronic granulomatous disease (CGD) for 28 years and I know the devastation deaths have on CGD families.
The day before Holly died, Jason K, age 23 died in Philadelphia (I’d be glad to share their e-mail). There is a child who has been in the hospital 3 weeks with colitis and another young adult patient with colitis. So many CGD patients have either Crohn's disease or colitis. I read that Holly, along with her CGD, also suffered from Crohn’s disease. For many, it is a debilitating illness. I hope that Holly did not suffer much from this.
I have two sons that have CGD ages 24 and 28. Like, Holly and Jason’s passing, we never know when a serious illness will strike.
I’ve read so many wonderful words about Holly. I wish that I could have met her.
May God bless you during this terrible time of mourning. May He give you strength and peace.
Sincerely,
Mary Hurley
Suzette Gorman
December 5, 2005
I am so sorry for the loss of Holly. I will greatly miss her. I will never forget all the great times we had in elementary school and growing up. Holly was a great friend and great person.
Ginny Walsh
December 5, 2005
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to Holly's family and friends.
Holly is hand-in-hand with Sue, basking in the sun with happiness,
health and eternal life.
Thomas Speranza
December 5, 2005
I, along with the members of the 4th Platoon of The Bridgeton Police Department would like to send our deepest regrets to the Smith Family. Even though Holly only worked with us a short time she will always be a part of our family. God Bless!
cheryl williams
December 5, 2005
im so sorry for your lost. i was in nj and read about holly.and the benefit that was at the washington club. my prayers goes to the family.
Howard & Hannah Murphy
December 5, 2005
My mother and i would just like to send our prayers to the family we are constantly praying for you and there is not a moment that we do not think about you holly was a sweet person through and through and may god bless her and keep her along with your family
Beth Gartenmayer
December 4, 2005
I saw Holly's story in the newspaper, my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Connie Corrar
December 3, 2005
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Caitlin Barnhart
December 3, 2005
Holly,
It was fun being in Fiddler on the Roof with you my 9th grade year (your Senior year). You were a wonderful person and a friend. Being in Mrs. Clemente's study Hall was a blast. I am happy to have known you and spent time with you. I will miss you and I will never forget you.
Love always and forever,
Caitlin
Cindy Wilson
December 3, 2005
My prayers go out to the Family and loved ones of Holly. Watching her grow up with my son Ryan Emmons, Holly's fellow classmate, was a pleasure. I also had Holly in VBS and Sunday School. I am deeply sadden at the loss of Holly. I also lost her mother Sue as a fellow friend and classmate nearly two decades ago. Holly will spend Christmas with Jesus and mom this year.
Stacey Wise
December 3, 2005
Dear Smith family,
No words can express our grief in losing a dear friend we had in Holly. Dana loved her as a sister. I pray the Lord has raised her to Heaven and she walks with the angels feeling no more pain or sickness and is surrounded by loved ones gone ahead of her. Our love and prayers are with you during this time and in the days to come.
In God's love,
Lori McCoy
December 3, 2005
Holly,
You will be missed so much.You touched many peoples lives. Just to have known you I feel honored.You were little but such a fighter.I remember nights picking you up from work at the Acme and You wanted to drive my truck back to Amber and Shanes.You picking up Gary at nights and going to Elmer to eat at the diner. Holly, I will never forget how special you were and knowing days you felt so sick you still wanted to keep up with college and have a career.You are an Angel now one of the best up there.Please look over Amber and Shane and your Aunt Penny. They love you and need you now more than ever. I will never forget you Holly.
Love and Miss you Dearly
Lori
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