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Gladys Smith Obituary
Gladys M. Smith, 94, of Palmerton, passed away Friday, Dec. 20, in Scenic View Personal Care Home, Palmerton. She was the wife of the late Ray H. Smith, who passed away in April of this year.
Born in Palmerton, Gladys was a daughter of the late John and Emma (Getz) Goodhile.
She enjoyed spending time with family, going out to eat, planting her flowers, baking, crocheting and trips to the casino.
Gladys was a faithful member of St. Matthew's United Church of Christ, Kunkletown.
Survivors: Granddaughters Kathy Gehringer and fiancé Dan Knauss, Michelle Holthausen and husband Robert Boyle; great-grandchildren Brandon Gehringer and girlfriend Kylie Mertz, Adrian Holthausen and wife Jessalin; sisters Ellen Bauer and Shirley Ahner; daughter-in-law Sharon Smith. She was predeceased by her son Gerald.
Service: Memorial, 11 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 28, in church, 102 Church Lane, Kunkletown. No calling hours. Arrangements, T.K. Thomas Funeral Home, Palmerton.
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Charlene Dimmick
December 30, 2024
Boy where do i begin! All my memories are of shirley, ellen and you aunt Gladys! Gid i love my family so much so sad we all have drifted apart! Hugs n kisses to you in heaven! Xoxoxo
Annie Fehnel
December 30, 2024
I am so sorry to hear this and regret that I had no knowledge of this happening until yesterday. I would surely have been there for her family.
Cindy l simmons
December 26, 2024
Gladys was a blessing to everyone who knew her. May she rest in peace.
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