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MARION SMITH Obituary

"Pa" Marion Sonny Smith "Gone Fishin" Born in Salt Lake City, Utah on September 7, 1942 to Virginia Sternman and Stan Ashton. Married RoseAnn Ferris June 17, 1967 at St. Patricks Catholic Church in Eureka, Utah. Pa left for his final fishing trip March 30, 2011. Retired from L3 Communications after 38 years. Survived by: his wife, RoseAnn; son, Shane (Kelly); daughter, Sunnie (Ryan) Renzello; six grandsons and three granddaughters; sisters-in-law, Geraldine Van Ausdal, Toni Byrne, and JulieAnn Sorensen; and "Just the neighbors" Chuck and Machel Gallegos. Also survived by: his mother in Lodi, California, sister, Sharon Ormond, and brother, Richard (Joyce); and many nieces and nephews. A special thanks to: Dr. Reid Harrison and everyone at Affinity Hospice, especially Marianne, Jordan and Robin. Graveside services will be held Monday, April 4, 2011, 11:00 a.m., at Utah Veterans Park at Camp Williams, 17111 South Camp Williams Road, Bluffdale, Utah. A viewing will be held Sunday, April 3, 2011 from 6-8:00 p.m. at Redwood Memorial Mortuary, 6500 South Redwood Road, West Jordan, Utah. Online condolences www.memorialutah.com

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Published by The Salt Lake Tribune from Apr. 2 to Apr. 3, 2011.

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Chuck and Machel Gallegos

April 5, 2011

25 years ago, we moved into our home and were lucky to have the Smith's as our neighbors. We instantly became friends and throughout the 25 years, they have become family.
So many times, we hear friends and co-workers complaining about their neighbors and I am thinking…. I cannot remember a time when we did not get along with the Smith family.
What I can remember is how Pa would wash and wax his vehicles at least two per times a week; offer to wash our cars and at times actually doing so.
For the last two years Pa had been sneaking out and feeding my dog hotdogs.
Pa knew that my wife and I loved cashews and on their shopping days, they would purchase them and bring us over a can.
Every Mothers day, Pa would by flowers for Chase to give to his mother.
For as long as I can remember, Pa and Roseanne would buy us a honey baked ham for Christmas. This was his way of making sure we had something.
In the winter time let it snow, let it snow, let it snow. Pa was always there with his snow blower clearing out our sidewalk and driveway. Just this winter Pa was out there doing his thing. I often joke with Roseanne, thanking her for the best Christmas gift Pa and I received.
For 18 years, Pa and Roseanne have been putting money into a savings account for my son to go to college.
This spring and summer will be extremely hard for me. I have lost another reliable fishing buddy. Pa loved fishing and was always there when I invited him. He shared many stories about his hunting trips with his son, Shane and his camping trips with his daughter, Sunni. He was a devoted husband. He loved his grandchildren and was proud of his daughter in law, Kelly and son in law, Ryan.
Pa was a special man, one of those rare individuals. The moment you met him, you never questioned his character. You just knew he was an honest and decent man.
Thanks Pa.
We love you.
The Gallegos family

Adam & Kim Riley

April 4, 2011

I will always have alot of great memories of Sunny, hunting deer on the west desert or fishing at fishlake. He was a great guy!! Our deepest condolences To RoseAnn, Shane and Sonny.

Suzan Bukovinsky

April 4, 2011

RoseAnne, Shane, Sunny Ree, Kelly, Ryan, and Kids, We were so sorry to hear about Sonny. You'll be in our thoughts and prayers and we hope that you will find comfort in the love you all shared and that it will help you get through the hard days ahead. We'll always remember Sonny's quiet presence at softball games, his great laugh, and him washing his cars--nobody kept their cars nicer than Sonny! Just know that we're thinking about you. God bless all of you. Love, Suzan and Rick

April 3, 2011

We will always remember the Smith family and their kindness when Elwood died. You have our sincere heartfelt sympathy in your sorrow and pray that happy memories will flood your mind in lonely times.
Emmaree Ravnikar Josephson, Cabot, Holly and Heather

Nancy Underwood

April 2, 2011

Roseanne, Sunnie, Ryan, and kids,
We were so sad to hear of the passing of Sonny. We know how close you all were and are truly sorry for your loss. If there's anything you need, don't hesitate to ask!
Love, Johnny and Nancy

Mary Jane Thornton

April 2, 2011

My deepest sympathy to RoseAnn and Sonny's children. Eternal rest grant unto him,O Lord, may perpetual light shine upon him, May he rest in peace.

RoseAnn Clayton Jennifer Anderson

April 2, 2011

Sunny, we want to share condolences with you and your family. Your dad was so very good with your family and the love was evident. I know you will all miss him. Knowing you will keep part of him alive in everyone's memory. We are grateful for our friendship with you.

Tami Johnson

April 2, 2011

I'm going to miss you Pa! I will always remember your quite little laugh. Thank you for all the fishing/camping trips you took me along on (and for making room for all my shoes!) I love you and appreciate how much you did for me and my family. You were so good to me always. I love you!

Annette Hales

April 2, 2011

Shane,Kelly and boys, I was saddened to read of the passing of Pa, I am so sorry. The death of a parent is a very difficult time in our lives but always keep him close in heart and the memories share with others and the laughter of fun times will help help you through the pain of his loss. Hes at peace now, our prayers are with you and your entire family.

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