Shirley A. Smith, 85, of Thorndale, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 13, 2012. She was the widow of the late William Smith, who passed away in 1992.
Born in Coatesville, Shirley was the daughter of the late Charles and Ann (Jones) Benckert. A graduate of Scott High School, she was then employed at the Acme of Thorndale for over 40 years.
She is survived by her daughter, Beverly A. Donohue, wife of Michael, of Christiana, PA. She was predeceased by her son, Timothy (Chico) Smith, who passed away in 1986 and her brother, Robert Benckert.
The Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 8th, 2012 at 11 AM at the Wilde Funeral Home, 434 Main Street, Parkesburg, with visitation from 10 until 11 AM.
In lieu of flowers, please donate in Shirley's memory to the National Kidney Foundation, Finance Department, 30 East 33rd St., New York, NY 10016.
Condolences
Bev, We are so sorry to hear
Bev, We are so sorry to hear about your Mom. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Leslie and Vernon.
Sympathy
Dear Bev & Michael - so sorry to hear about your mom. It's a blessing when they are so sick, but hard to have them go. Our love and prayers go out to you.
Bev, so sorry to hear about
Bev, so sorry to hear about your mom. I kmow she has been in poor health for a long time You and Duggie were really dedicated in taking care of her. God bless you both and know that she will always be with you/
Soo very sorry for your loss
Dear Bev and Michael,
Your pain and sorrow are shared by family and friends. May you find comfort in knowing that soo many care. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Shirley was a wonderful women and loved you dearly.
Love,
Charity, Todd and Grace
Bev, We are soo sorry to hear
Bev,
We are soo sorry to hear that Shirley passed.
You should find comfort in the fact that she is now with her husband and son, and I am sure she is smiling!
Please let us know if there is anything that we can do for you.
Much love,
Diana & Scott
Our deepest sympathy to the
Our deepest sympathy to the family at this time. Shirley was a joy to see at the Acme always smiling and of course joking with Rowland. She will be missed by all.
So sorry to hear
Bev and Michael,
Sorry to hear about your Mom's passing, you have always been a great daughter and son-in-law to her. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love you both. Georgeann, Lewie, and family.
Sorry for your loss
Mike and Bev
We are thinking of you both!
Our Sympathies and Prayers
Dear Bev and Dugie,
May you rest in the comfort of others prayers and condolences on the loss of Shirley. She was one of a kind! I'll remember her humor and outlook on the world. She could alway give us some guideance for sure.
We can only smile that her reward in heaven is reunited with Pappy Smith and Chico.... take comfort and accept what the the Holy Spirit provides to guide you both in the days ahead. Our love.