It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Sharon Lee (Morris) Smith who passed away on June 26, 2023, at the age of 77.
Born on May 2, 1946, in Potsdam, New York, she later moved to Helena, Montana in 1970. She was a dedicated and loving wife to her late husband Clifford L. Smith and a devoted mother to her children Brian (Tammy) Smith; Wendy (John Severance), Vonda (Bill) Franklin, and Jason, (Jordyn) Smith.
Sharon was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Clifford Smith, Father, Carroll Edward Morris, Mother, Eva Maude Van Allen, Brothers Larry and Colin Morris, and Great Granddaughter, Braylynn James.
Sharon lived a fulfilling life and was a woman of many talents. She had a passion for quilting, sewing, knitting and all crafts. She was very active in her children’s lives participating as Den Mother, Girl Scout Leader, heading up an exchange student program and hosting several of her own. She touched the lives of so many throughout her lifetime, but especially in her final years, where she spent time making lap quilts for the St. Pete’s cancer center, burp rags and receiving blankets for the Community NICU in Missoula. She was also generous in donating quilts to those in need or for fundraisers.
Sharon retired in 2012 as a paraprofessional from Radley Elementary School. She had a passion for being with children and combining her love of art with learning.
Sharon Smith was a loving friend, Grammie, and Great Grammie. She is survived by her children, grandchildren Tanya Smith, Lacy Janes, Chase Smith, Ashley Coensgen, Allison Coensgen, Pierce Franklin, Jaden Franklin, and Sophia Miller, 13 great-grandchildren, and numerous friends and family members who will miss her dearly.
A viewing will be held on Friday, June 30th from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home. 3705 N. Montana Ave., Helena, MT 59602. A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, July 1st at 1:00 pm also at Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home with a reception at 5012 Fox Trot Drive, Helena, MT 59602. She will be laid to rest at Forestvale Cemetery at a later date.
Rest in peace, dear Mother. You will forever be in our hearts and memories. Your handmade quilts will wrap around us and remind us of your love. Daddy is waiting for you.
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday June 30, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Celebration of Life
1:00 p.m.
Saturday July 1, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Celebration of Her Life
Saturday July 1, 2023
5012 Fox Trot Drive
Helena, Montana 59602
Service Schedule
Viewing
4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Friday June 30, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Celebration of Life
1:00 p.m.
Saturday July 1, 2023
Anderson Stevenson Wilke Funeral Home
3750 N. Montana Ave
Helena, Montana 59602
Reception
Following the Celebration of Her Life
Saturday July 1, 2023
5012 Fox Trot Drive
Helena, Montana 59602
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Terrilyn Scozzafava says
To All my Beloved Smith Family, I mourn your loss and count myself grateful for having spent even a small amount of time with my Beautiful Aunt Sharon. I was lucky enough to have spent 1 week in the Sun with your Mom last winter and I’m eternally grateful and feel blessed for this wonderful family time we shared. I pray for you all, Brian, Wendy, Vonda and Jason, nothing can replace your mother’s love. Savor your good memories. Sending you all my love Terrilyn (Smith) Scozzafava, Lewiston NY
Bob & Barb Wilson says
Our hearts and prayers are with your family. Sharon will be missed dearly. What a sweetheart. Prayers are with you all at this tough time. Take care Bob and Barb Wilson
Patty says
Sharon was like my second mom and I absolutely adore the Smith Family. The number of Holidays and weekends I spent at their house will always fill me with fond, loving memories. Sharon was a very special lady inviting a wayward teenage into her family’s life. She gave me guidance and love and I will be eternally grateful to her. I will miss her very much and I was beyond blessed to have this wonderful lady in my life. My prayers to Wendy, Brian, Vonda and Jason during this difficult time; As well as their spouses and grandchildren. But always keep in mind, your mother loved you and was loved which is the treasure of life. Celebrate her life and all that she was!
John says
I’m very sorry for your loss. I never met Sharon, but she had an incredible impact on my fiancé, Allie’s life. She is no longer in pain and is with her husband in heaven. While she may be gone from this world, she is still in your hearts.