Margaret Smith Obituary

MARGARET H. SMITH
April 15, 1914 ~ February 9, 2013

Margaret H. Smith was born on April 15, 1914 in Yakima, Washington. She passed away February 9, 2013 in Kirkland, Washington. Her husband of almost 62 years, Beverly C. Smith, predeceased her on November 4, 1999. She is survived by 40 family members, including six daughters, 10 grandchildren, and 12 great-grandchildren. Her family was very important to her and her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren were a pivotal part of her life.

She graduated from the University of Washington with a BA in Library Studies in 1936, and worked in public and academic libraries for over 10 years. She was active in Girl Scouts for 50 years, as a troop leader and event coordinator. She also volunteered at the Inter-Faith Treasure house in Camas for many years and as a kindergarten aid in Belfair, WA while in her mid-80s. She enjoyed a wide variety of outdoor activities throughout her life, including fishing and camping. She was an avid vegetable and flower gardener, and belonged to multiple Bridge Clubs throughout the years. She also loved travel of any kind, both in the U.S. and abroad,

She will be dearly missed by all who knew her.

Please sign Margaret's Guest Book at www.columbian.com/obits.

Published by The Columbian on Mar. 7, 2013.
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Mrs. Smith worked several years with me as a mentor when I was a GS troop leader in Camas in the 90's. The girls adored her and I appreciated her so much. She was very happy.

Diana Dewey

March 10, 2013

It was our privilege to have known Margaret since the mid-1960's. She was a warm and welcoming person when we were in her home; I always admired her vegetable garden (and her energy!) as well as the flowers she grew. She was always good with our boys when they were younger and just included them with her own grandchildren the same age. Good memories that will always live for us.

Carol & Lyndon Gabriel

March 8, 2013

Mrs. Smith affected the lives of many children. I remember her as my Brownie and Girl Scout leader and also the mother of my friend. I am reminded of a lot of good memories of scouting and just being around the Smith family. What a good and wonderful life Mrs. Smith led.

Debbie Morrison Boyd

March 7, 2013

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