Janet L. Smith, 60, of Cape Girardeau died Monday, May 14, 2001, at St. Francis Medical Center.
She was born Aug. 14, 1940, at LaPlata, Mo., daughter of Harry and Eva Shockey Davidson. She and Edwin Smith were married June 13, 1964.
Smith previously taught art and English in Missouri and Kansas schools. She also worked at Famous-Barr in Cape Girardeau more than 20 years.
Survivors include her husband; two daughters, Tracy Smith of McClure, Ill., Carrie Padgett of Nashville, Tenn.; a granddaughter, Paige Baugher of McClure, Ill.; two sisters, Wanda Agee of Pacific, Mo., Vera Wilmer of Charlotte, N.C.; and a brother, Earl Davidson of Bismarck, Mo.
She was preceded in death by her parents.
Friends may call at McCombs Funeral Home in Cape Girardeau from 5-7 p.m. today.
A memorial service will be held at 7 today, with Dr. Grant Gillard officiating.
A private graveside service will be held at Pleasantville Cemetery near Green City, Mo.
Memorials may be made in the name of Janet Smith to the Otahki Girl Scout Council, 1432 Kurre Lane, Cape Girardeau, Mo., 63701.
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