Obituary

Elizabeth anne smith of charleston passed away peacefully in her sleep on the evening of june 8, or the morning of june 9, 2014.

Betty anne, as she was known to all who knew her, was born february 6, 1933, the elder

daughter of the late claude b. And christina r. Smith. She was also predeceased by her stepmother, mary louise smith, and her brother michael smith.

Betty anne is survived by her sister, rachel dickhut of depere, wisconsin; brother, tom smith of charleston, and also a host of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, all whom she loved dearly. She also leaves behind her dear friends, dwight foley, donna lacy and john christie, the three of whom allowed betty anne to maintain her independence and to remain involved in her life interests until the end. Her cat, sampson, will be living with donna and john.

She was a loving, insightful and caring sister, aunt, mentor and friend.

Betty anne was educated in the public schools of kanawha county. She was also a proud alumna of duke university (a.B. Latin , languages) and case western reserve university (m.S.W.). She practiced social work for many years, first with the state of west virginia, and subsequently with family services of kanawha valley, where she served as director.

Consistent with her wishes, betty anne will be cremated. A private memorial service will be held at a date to be determined.

In lieu of flowers, friends are invited to send a charitable donation to daymark, 1592 washington st. East, suite 2, charleston, wv 25311, or the charles and mary fayne glotfelty foundation, 1203 hunters ridge road, charleston, wv 25314.

Somnus, sororem.

You may send condolences to the family at: www.Barlowbonsall.Com

barlow bonsall funeral home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.