Perla Villanueva Smith

Perla Villanueva Smith

Perla Smith Obituary

Published by San Jose Mercury News on Nov. 4, 2007.
Perla Villanueva Smith Loving wife, mother and grandmother. Born December 10, 1923 in the Philippines. Entered into rest October 30, 2007 in Las Vegas, NV. Perla cared for others and nature and was persistent in her faith. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Carl B. Smith Jr.; She is survived by her children; Mike Smith (Liza) of San Jose, Robert Smith (Pat) of Mandeville, LA, Phyllis Jacques (Barry) of Mandeville, LA, and Nancy Smith (Gemma) of S. San Francisco and grandchildren; Chad, Mikey & Philip. A Vigil will be held on Sun., Nov. 4th from 6-9 p.m. at Santa Teresa Catholic Church, 794 Calero Ave., San Jose with a Funeral Mass to be held on Mon., Nov. 5th, 12 p.m. at Santa Teresa Catholic Church. SAN JOSE FUNERAL SERVICE

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