Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
Claudia Smith Obituary
She was born March 4, 1945, to the late Charlie and Lillie Garrett.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, David Smith; an infant brother; and two sisters, Alene Smith and Nancy West.
She is survived by three children, Linda Crabtree (Gary), Lois McClellan (Dana) and Tony Smith; a sister, Oradean Crabtree (Ben); four grandchildren, Austin Cannon, Sam Crabtree, Lance McPherson and Jordan Nunn; five great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.
The funeral is at 11 a.m. Wednesday at Owen Funeral Home, 5317 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40216. Burial follows in Bethany Cemetery.
Visitation is at from 9 to 11 a.m. Wednesday at the funeral home.
Expressions of sympathy may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital (stjude.org/donate).
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Claudia Smith
2 Entries
July 31, 2018
"Happy are those who mourn,for they will be comforted".
Matthew 5:4
Kim Lee
July 18, 2018
You will be missed. I Love you dearly. Now ur with David. And I know, cuz you've told me many many times, you can't wait to dance with Elvis. Love Always
Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results
Make a Donation
in Claudia Smith's name
Please consider a donation as requested by the family.
Memorial Events
for Claudia Smith
Jul
17
Visitation
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Owen Funeral Home - Dixie Highway5317 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40216
Jul
18
Visitation
9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Owen Funeral Home - Dixie Highway5317 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40216
Jul
18
Funeral services provided by:
Owen Funeral Home - Dixie Highway5317 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY 40216
How to support Claudia's loved ones
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief
Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.
Read more
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreWays to honor Claudia Smith's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
