Clarice Olivia Smith was born on February 5, 1923 and she passed on April 26, 2020. She was 97 years old. She was proud of her family and loved people. Clarice was born to Clara and Oluf Jackson in Albert Lea, MN.
Clarice obtained her Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the Winona State University. She was a teacher in both small country schools and larger city schools. Clarice was a member of the Kappa Delta Pi International Honor Society in Education. Clarice also dabbled in a few other occupations like Dental Assistant and a Copy Editor for the Legislative Council for the State of Montana.
In 1955, Clarice married Glenn Richard Smith in Laramie, WY. Clarice and Glenn were blessed with two children, a daughter, Elaine and a son, John. Their family were active members in the First Lutheran Church. Clarice taught Sunday School, Bible School, and was a member of the Altar Guild. She was on the Lutheran Brotherhood Board for many years.
Clarice is survived by her son, John and his wife Missy; three grandchildren, Brooklynne Smith, Anthony Michaelson, and Pamela Michaelson; and several great grandchildren. Clarice is preceded in death by her spouse, Glenn R. Smith and her daughter, Elaine M. Smith.
Burial will be held in Albert Lea, MN. In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to Compassus Hospice, 1075 N Rodney St. Suite 102, Helena, MT 59601. Please visit below to offer a condolence to the family or to share a memory of Clarice.
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Jan Jerdee says
John & family,
My sympathy to you and your family. My thoughts and prayers go to you at this time of loss.
I have many great memories (& stories) about your mom. I visited them often when they were in Albert Lea. She was a great Lutheran Brotherhood board member , willing to help at benefits and offer good ideas and suggestions at board meetings, She is a “yellow square” in my quilt of life!
Please let me know when the burial will take place.
Jan Jerdee says
For reference – Phone 507-373-2804
Address – 1313 Southview Lane, Albert Lea, MN 56007
Shirley Reese says
John and Family..
I am so sorry to learn if Clarice’s passing. She was such a dear, sweet lady. It was my honor and pleasure to have been her Senior Companion for as long as I was able. We had lovely times together visiting and of course, the highlights were pie and coffee at Perkins. My sincere sympathy to you and the family. I loved her dearly and will miss her.
Brad Bender says
John,
Sorry to hear of your Moms’ passing.
I recall she and my mom spoke fairly often in regards to some adventure/misadventure in the neighborhood, instigated by me, into which you were drawn. Bike wrecks, snowball fights, baseball and ice skating incidents, etc.
I was lucky Clarice and your Dad were such kind folks and didn’t banish me as the “bad influence”, that looking back, I most certainly was.
My condolences to you and your family.
Jean Brekke says
Clarice was like my Grandma and I will miss her very much! My family lived across the alley from her family in Helena for most of my “growing up” years. We celebrated our birthdays and ate many meals/desserts with them. She would take out slivers and bandage my wounds when I had fallen or had an accident. She would also help me with my homework. She was always patient and kind. She was calm and reassuring to me when I needed it. The Smith family was always there when we needed them. She attended my Mom’s funeral with her son John this past July. We made sure to seat her and John with our family. They were such a part of us and our growing up!! She lived a long and fulfilling life, now she will be with her husband Rich and her daughter Elaine. What a beautiful reunion! My thoughts to John and the rest of the family. Your Mom was such a beautiful light in this world!
Marcee Roberts Allen says
John,
So sorry to hear of your loss. I know you will miss her dearly. My condolences to you and your family.