Marie Barbara Smith

Marie “MARY” Barbara Smith, 83, of Idaho Falls, died at her home Thursday, May 13, 2004. Mary was born March 21, 1921 at Elko, Nevada a daughter of Ysidro Urriola and Esperanza Elu Urriola. She attended schools in Jack Creek, Nevada and Elko, Nevada. She then attended Heneger’s Business College in Salt Lake City, Utah. Mary married George William “Billy” Smith in Elko, Nevada, he preceded her in death. She then married Dale Burkhalter in Rigby, Idaho and following his death she married Orlando Smith August 23, 2001, he also preceded her in death. Mary was a member of the Rigby Community Presbyterian Church and served several times on session as an Elder and as a Deacon. She was active with the Presbyterian Women. She also served as treasurer for the church for a number of years. She served on the Jefferson County Historical Society and Farnsworth T.V. and Pioneer Museum board. She was also a member of the Rolling Russett’s R.V. Club. Mary worked with Billy her first husband at the Smith Implement in Rigby, at the George Dental Clinic for a number of years and as an Avon Lady. She enjoyed playing bridge, painting with water colors, crafts, reading, and especially enjoyed time with her grandchildren, great grandchildren, and family who will miss her greatly. Survivors include: 2 daughters; Diana Marie (Phill) Russell of Orange County, California, Kristie (Edward) Wagner of Idaho Falls, 1 son J. Kenny (Toni) Smith of Rigby, 1 brother Joseph (Peggy) Urriola of Elko, Nevada, 8 grandchildren and 2 great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, 3 husbands and 1 brother. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, May 18, 2004 at 1:00 p.m. at Eckersell Memorial Chapel, 101 W. Main, Rigby with Reverend Kristine Blaess officiating. The family will visit with friends on Tuesday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Funeral Home. Burial will be in the Annis Little Butte Cemetery. The family has requested that donations be made to the Rigby Presbyterian Church or charity of your choice.