Obituaries
Rose M. Smith, 89
Rose M. Smith, 89, of Lancaster, PA, passed away at Conestoga View on Saturday, May 26, 2012.
She was the wife of the late William H. Smith, who passed away in 2004. Born in Philadelphia, she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Josephine Paparo.
Rose had worked for many years as a produce clerk at the A&P Supermarkets in the Lancaster area.
An active member of First Presbyterian Church in Lancaster, she had served as a deacon and usher. She loved to cook for family dinners, and also kept her freezer full for shut-ins.
Rose had been the top-selling Avon Lady for 15 years in the Lancaster area. She was known as a great giver of hugs.
She is survived by her daughter, Linda R. Yost of Lancaster; her brothers Joseph husband of Anne Paparo and Sam Paparo, both of Lancaster, his sister Mary Ann Snyder of Conestoga and many nieces and nephews. She is also survived by her stepchildren, all of Lancaster: Bill husband of Blanche Smith, Donnie husband of Barbara Smith, Shirley wife of Gerald Horn, Carolyn Kennedy, Judy wife of Bob Saylor, and Audrey wife of Leon Bughman.
Friends will be received on Thursday, May 31, 2012 from 10-11AM at First Presbyterian Church, 140 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602, with the Memorial Service to follow at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Rose’s memory to First Presbyterian Church at the above address. To send an online condolence, please visit SnyderFuneralHome.com. Charles F. Snyder Funeral Home & Crematory 393-9661
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I’m saddened by the news of my wonderful friend passing away. We were "Avon Buddies" for many years. She had a great sense of humor and was a loyal friend. I will miss her!! My heartfelt sympathy goes out to her wonderful daughter! God bless you as you go through the grieving process.
Lots of love,
Joyce & Terry Gehman
I met Rose about five years ago at the gym.She would smile and hug me evey time she seen me. I missed her when she no longer was able to swim,but seeing her at the monthly breakfasts was uplifting. Rose was always dressed to the nines and so enjoyed telling me "Linda got this for me".Rose was blessed with a wonderful daughter,my prayers and thoughts are with you.
Kathy Hoffman
(Aunt) Rose was such a special person! Always caring for others and putting their needs before hers, she was a true inspiration. We can only hope to live a life as fulfilling and purposeful. She will be missed so very much, but she’s now at peace, enjoying the fruits of her labor. Lin – she was so lucky to have you in her life – please take comfort in knowing that she touched so many lives in such a positive way.
Love,
Cori
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy to Roses’ entire family. She was a very special person and a wonderful and dedicated Avon Representative. I missed her very much when she retired from Avon. She was my dedicated helper. She had a heart of gold and was loved by all who met her. I didn’t get to see her very often since my retirement, but she was never far from my mind. The lord opened his arms to her and may she rest in his arms for eternity.
With sympathy,
Phyllis Smucker
