Emma Lou Smith
April 16, 1947 ~ April 21, 2003
Resided in:
Charlottesville, VA
Asheville Butterfly Trail
Emma Louise Medford Smith, 56, formerly of Asheville, Stamford, CT, and Chicago, IL, died Monday, April 21, 2003, in Charlottesville, VA.
Mrs. Smith was born in Buncombe County and was a daughter of Mary Lunsford Medford of Asheville and the late J. Willard Medford. Mrs. Smith's love of beauty was expressed through her avid interest in gardening and photography. She worked as a real estate broker for 25 years and was a former member of St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church.
In addition to her mother she is survived by her husband, David J. Smith; two sons, David Smith and Richard Smith; a sister, Jennie Butler and five brothers, Tim, Henry, James W., Harley and Alfred Medford.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated by the Rev. Fr. John M. Pagel at 9:00 am Monday, April 28, at St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church. Burial will be at Forest Lawn Memorial Park.
Her family will receive friends from 7 - 9 Sunday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue.
My deepest condolences to the Smith family. Emma was my best friend for many years. She will be missed but she will always exist in my heart.
Love Evy
Mary and famly…….. Was so sorry to hear about Emma. Did not know her as well as I do the older children but know she was special person. Will remember all of you in our prayers. Arletta
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. Dave, may your fond memories of Emma and your beautiful marriage to her comfort you. She certainly knew how much you loved her, as I have heard you on the phone over the past 12 years express your love to her each and every time that you spoke to her. With Deepest Sympathy, Audrey.
Dave,
I smile as I think of Emma as I she is among the angels. I am bless to have met her and will always value the memories of her kindness. May God give you and your sons the peace and continue to let you enjoy the wonderful memories.
Gob bless and be well
Sal and Family.