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1935
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2018
Joann Smith Obituary
While raising her family she worked as a Veterinary assistant, medical and oral surgery office manager. She enjoyed spending time with her family, loved sports and was an avid bowler and golfer.
She is survived by her children David Smith (Pam), Sandra
Kenik (Laurence), Garnett Schultz (Dan), and Daniel Smith (Donna), 16 Grandchildren and 23 Great Grandchildren, sisters in law Anna Jenkins (Blaine) and Debbie Lumbsden (John).
She was preceded in death by her parents, husband Leo, and 2 grandchildren; Spenser Smith and Aimee Smith.
Services will be held at the LDS Chapel at 401 W Regina Ave. Spokane,
WA. 99218 on September 15th at 1:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, Jo requested that a donation be sent to the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints Missionary Fund at www.lds.org.
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Pam Lee Bigelow
September 6, 2018
Joanns family, sorry for your loss.
She had a heart of gold. I met her years ago bowling. A sweet lady through n through. May you RIP.
Kimberly Madore
August 31, 2018
To Jo Smith's wonderful family. It was so GREAT getting to know each and everyone of you. Jo loved to share pictures and details of new family members and current activities of others. I remember when Jo 1st moved in and wasn't really thrilled with the idea, to her final days enjoying activities, meeting new staff/residents, being such an important member of our Fairwinds Family. I will miss visiting with you & playing games. She was so proud of each of you and we loved hearing about it! It brings me peace knowing where Jo is, whole and out of pain, waiting for us to join her when the time is right! God Bless
Kimberly Madore
August 30, 2018
Jo, where to start fellow Capricorn. We are so much alike and I love that. So happy to be your friend. While my husband was receiving care for liver transplant in Seattle for 3 long months, not a week went by without an inspirational card from Jo. One of the kindest ladies I've ever known. W114 will forever be your room and you will always be in my heart.
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