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Genevieve

Genevieve "Gen" L. Smith, 100

October 2, 1919 to March 19, 2020

10-2-1919 - 3-19-2020

Genevieve L. Smith, 100, of Bradford, Illinois passed away at 9:57 p.m. Thursday, March 19, 2020 at Proctor Hospital in Peoria, Illinois. 

A private immediately family graveside service will be held at Bradford Cemetery, Bradford, Illinois with Pastor Jan Ringenberg officiating.

Burial will take place in Bradford Cemetery, Bradford, Illinois.

 She was born October 2, 1919 at home in Bradford the daughter of Richard T. and Ethel J. (Seeds) Hall.  Gen married Merlin Smith on April 16, 1942 at the Leet Memorial United Methodist Church, Bradford.  He preceded her in death in 1991.

She is survived by two sons: Rick (Marsha) Smith of Bradford and Greg (Nora) Smith of Bradford; four grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her husband,  one daughter: Patsy Smith; four brothers, and two sisters.

Gen graduated from Bradford High School  and she completed nurses training at Methodist College of Nursing in Peoria, Illinois.

She worked as a Registered Nurse at the Methodist Hospital for many years and then as a private nurse for Dr. Sandor Apathy in Bradford.

Gen was an active lifelong member of Leet Memorial United Methodist Church. She was a member of the Bradford Women's Auxiliary. She enjoyed crocheting and knitting and was a great baker.  

Memorials may be directed to Leet Memorial United Methodist Church.

Online condolences may be sent to www.grant-johnsonfh.com.

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"Rick and Greg...I just learned that your Mom died. I do not even have words for what she meant to me. My daughters always asked to go see Gen when we were at Mom's. She was a wonderful lady. Thinking of you all."
Julie Marlin Beckenbaugh
May 13th, 2020
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"Sorry for your loss!! Even when our Moms live a long life it is hard to say good bye."
Karen Ringger
April 2nd, 2020
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"So sorry to hear about Gen's passing. She was a great lady. Deepest sympathy to Rick, Greg and the entire family."
Sandra (Smith) Chiaravalle
March 31st, 2020
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"Sorry for the loss of your mother, grandmother & great- grandmother."
Marie Howard Fornof
March 26th, 2020
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"I am so absolutely sorry to hear about the loss of Gen. She was an absolutely amazing woman."
Cauthon Family
March 26th, 2020
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"So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. She was a wonderful lady and will be greatly missed. I still remember sleep-overs at your house as I was growing up. May all of your memories comfort you at this time and in the weeks ahead."
Pat (Ellis) Newman
March 24th, 2020
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"Farewell to a lovely lady. Our prayers are with Greg and Rick and their families."
Joel Schuneman
March 24th, 2020
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"I remember Gen as a kind neighbor and good friend to my own mother, Byrdena Schuneman. Mom treasured her friendship, especially after she was also widowed. Rick and Greg, I hope your memories of your mom will comfort you always. You're in our prayers."
Chris Schuneman
March 24th, 2020
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"To Rick, Greg and your families, my wife Carmen and I want to extend our deepest heart felt condolences at the passing of your mother. Such a great lady. Know that we are thinking of you and that you are in our prayers. May God Bless your mother."
John & Carmen Butte
March 23rd, 2020
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"I'm sorry to hear of Gen's death, but sure she is now at peace. what a good friend and neighbor, we sure had some good visits and lots of laughs! She and her family will be in my prayers."
Doris Bogner
March 21st, 2020
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"So sorry for your loss. 🙏❤️"
James Dolk
March 21st, 2020
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"Rick and family and Greg and family.: Your mom and grandma was a wonderful woman and I send you all my sincerest condolences. Love and Blessings,"
Dotti Champion
March 21st, 2020
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"I will miss your mom's sweet smile as I walk into Courtyard. You have my sympathy."
Marian Purtscher
March 21st, 2020
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