Glenda Lee Smith Macafee

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Glenda Macafee Obituary

Glenda Lee Smith Macafee born at her Nana's home in Shiner, TX on February 5, 1935, passed away February 14, 2009 surrounded by her family. Raised in San Antonio, TX, she married Wallace Macafee at the age of 20 and relocated to his home state of Illinois. In June of 1964, Glenda and Wally packed up two daughters and a dog into a Ford Falcon and headed west to Tucson. It was there, they had another daughter and remained settled for the next 45 years. Glenda was a devoted wife, mother and friend. Upon her retirement as a receptionist for the Tucson Clinic, Glenda and Wally traveled the world via RV, airplane and cruise ship. She was an active member of Beta Sigma Phi sorority for over 20 years and will be missed by her many "sisters". Preceded in death by mother and step-father, Millie and John F. Gayle, Glenda is survived by her husband of 54 years, Wallace; daughters, Lorna (Gerry) Petersen, Lynn (Scott) Shaffer, Lisa (Aaron) Macafee-Richey; grandchildren, Jennifer, Stacy, Erik, Mallorie, Seth, Hannah, Zachary; and great-granddaughter, Victoria; brother, Buddy (Darlene) Smith; sister-in-law, Barbara (LeWayne) White, numerous nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service will be held in the chapel of St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, NE Campus, 7650 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson, AZ on February 21, 2009 at 11:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Pulmonary Hypertension Association, 801 Roeder Rd., Suite 400, Silver Springs, MD 20910 or St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church, 7650 N. Paseo del Norte, Tucson, AZ 85704. Arrangements entrusted to ADAIR FUNERAL HOMES - AVALON CHAPEL (742-7901).

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Published by Arizona Daily Star from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Glenda Macafee

11 Entries

Bert and Brenda Booher

February 21, 2009

Lynn, Scott, Mallorie, and Seth,
Our thoughts and prayers are lifting you and your family up today as you remember your Mom and celebrate her life.

Nicole Guido & boys

February 21, 2009

Lynn and Family,

Our thoughts, prayers, and love are with you and your family during this difficult time.

Kris Langley Skaggs

February 21, 2009

We were very saddened to hear of your loss. It is never easy to lose someone you love. Our family recently lost our Dad, John Langley and truly feel the loss you are experiencing. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Kris Underwood

February 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the Macafees. I know that Mom and Dad valued their friendship with Mrs. Macafee and Dad spoke often, very often, of her positive attitude and infectious laugh even after she endured some serious obstacles.
She was a true inspiration. I witnessed just that when I attended their anniversary party in 2005 with Mom. I was honored to be there. I am so sorry that I cannot attend her service today but I know I am very fortunate to have known her. She was a very special lady.

Leah Medran

February 20, 2009

Dear Wally,
We hear of Glenda's passing and wanted you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We always enjoyed when you two visited Ruth at Lesiure Living. We think of you as family and hope you will find peace knowing Glenda is no longer in pain and that her and Ruthie are up there giving someone a hard time.
Love,
Leah and Wendy

Janneil Van Dyke

February 20, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.
God Bless.
Andrew, Janneil, and Lauren Van Dyke

Mandy Kimbrough from Accredo Health and the PH Support Group of Tucson

February 20, 2009

Dear Wally and family,
You and Glenda were always welcomed faces at the Pulmonary Hypertension Support Group meetings. You both came for many years, and we've missed seeing you Wally in recent years. It was such a pleasure seeing Glenda's gentle smiling face. We watched as she battled thru scleroderma and pulmonary hypertension, both very devastating illnesses. She always wanted to be there, knowing the importance of support groups. We will truly miss her gentle, smiling face. We miss you too Wally. Blessings to your family for your loss. Glenda was a true beauty.

Keith White

February 19, 2009

Wally,

You have our deepest sympathies and admiration. I trust that in the days ahead you'll find a much deserved rest and the solace of comfort that comes from the love of your family and friends. Glenda was very special to us and we will always be grateful for the love and support you both provided to us in our times of need. We love you both. Keith, Teresa, Olivia, Zach and Alex.

Becca and Mike Anders

February 19, 2009

Dear Lynn,
We were so sorry to hear of the loss of your mother. We know this situation has been hard on your entire family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you as always.
With Christian love,
Becca and Mike

Pat Desson

February 19, 2009

So very sorry for your loss, Lorna. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. God Bless and may your Mother rest in the peace of the Lord.

Dennis Brown

February 19, 2009

Wally,
My sincere and Deepest sympathy for the loss of Glenda. She was truly a prize patient at Ventana View Therapy, a true challange. But she always came through. You both became friends during the therapy. She was a wonderful person and full of life and kidding around. I know now she is up walking again without any assistance, havung a good ol time.
Dennis Brown, BA,RRT
former director resp care/pulm rehab

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