Quick Contact: Excelsior Springs 816-630-3388 Lawson 816-580-7704 Richmond 816-776-2255 Email Us! Sign Guest Book Marguerite Smith Marguerite M. Smith, 95, of Lawson, Mo., passed away Thursday, August 12, 2010 at the Shirkey’s Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Richmond, Mo. Born January 6, 1915 in Lawson, Mo., she was the daughter of James Parker and Amy (Conklin) Swope. She was married to Ernest Alfred Smith, who preceded her in death June 4, 1993. She was also preceded in death by her parents and seven brothers and sisters. Surviving are two sons, Eddie Smith and wife, Charlene, of Excelsior Springs, Mo., and Mike Smith of Vidor, Texas; one grandson, Chevie Smith of Vidor, Texas; two granddaughters, Cheryl Garrison of Holt, Mo., and Lynn Jenkins of St. Joseph, Mo.; two great-grandsons, Steven Garrison and Nathan Garrison; as well as several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Smith was a life-long resident of Lawson where she attended public schools. In the 1950’s she worked for a local restaurant for several years baking pies. Later she was employed by Rexall Plastics Factory from where she retired in 1977. Marguerite enjoyed sewing, oil painting and cooking. She was of the Baptist faith. Funeral services will be held Saturday, August 14, 2010 at 2 p.m. at Polley Funeral Home in Lawson, Mo. Burial in Old Union Cemetery near Lawson, Mo. Visitation is one hour prior to the services on Saturday. I'm so sorry to read of your mom's passing. She was such a great lady and she will be missed. Stacy still remembers, as we all do, the good times we had had your folks house playing cards. I keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Jo Ann Drew Eddie, I am so sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. She was a great lady. I remember Daddy, Mom and me going to your folks house. They played cards and I got to lay on the couch!!!! I was about 4 or 5. I was always glad when you and Char would be there to visit, it was alot more fun then. You and all your family will be in my prayers . Stacy Rieber Return to Top Services | Monuments | About Us | Directions | Contact Us | Shared Links | Home