Maybelle Anna Smith

1926 - 2017

Maybelle Anna Smith obituary, 1926-2017, Cincinnati, OH

BORN

1926

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

Karlo-Libby Funeral Home

5000 Everhard Road NW

Canton, Ohio

Maybelle Smith Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 28, 2017.

Maybelle A. Smith, 90, a lifetime Stark County resident, passed away May 26, 2017. Born December 6, 1926 in North Canton to the late Clarence and Pearl Zumbach.

Maybelle was a 1944 graduate of NoCaHi, later named North Canton High School, where she played flute in the marching band. After graduation she went to Comptometers School where she quickly learned how to operate the key driven calculating machine and started her first job at The Hoover Company. In 1946, she married Richard Smith and the couple later had two daughters, Sandra and Charlene.

After her daughters entered school, Maybelle returned to work at the Spindler Company, where she retired in 1982. She and Richard spent much of their time traveling the United States, one of their favorite vacations being an Alaskan Cruise.

Richard died in 1990 and Maybelle found comfort in staying active. She was a long-time member of the North Canton YMCA where she volunteered – giving tours and arranging monthly programs. A faithful member of the Zion United Church of Christ, the church where she was baptized, confirmed and married, Maybelle participated in bible studies and womens' groups.

In addition to her parents, and beloved in-laws Harry and Birdie Smith. Maybelle is survived by her children Sandra Dinkins (Bill), of Mansfield, OH, and Charlene (James) Hellyer of Cincinnati, OH; her adored grandchildren Lori (Glen) Nuetzel of Cuyahoga Falls, OH; Mark (Susan) Dinkins of Springboro, OH; Lori Wolfe of Chagrin Falls, OH; Kristy (Shawn) Campbell of Dublin, OH; Teresa (Adrian) Phillips of Holly Springs, NC; Jimmy (Julie) Hellyer of West Chester, OH; Amy (Steve) Estepp of Terrace Park, OH; and her 19 much-loved great-grandchildren.

Visitation will be Thursday, June 1 at 9 a.m. at the Karlo-Libby Funeral Home until the time of the memorial service at 11:00 a.m. with Pastor Eli O. Klingensmith officiating. Burial will follow at the North Canton Cemetery. Karlo-Libby is handling arrangements.

The family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Zion United Church of Christ, 415 S. Main St., North Canton, OH 44720.

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May 31, 2017

Linnea A Cummings

I remember Maybelle's stories of previous fishing trips when we would go to Canada. She always had a fun story, and was always a great vacation companion. I know she and Bee and your father are probably packing up the boat for another trip. She will be missed. Your family was so blessed to have her in your lives.

May 31, 2017

Marilyn Welcsh

Maebill was such a joy to have as a friend at the YMCA in North Canton. We all loved her very much.

May 31, 2017

Marilyn Welcsh

Maybell was such a joy to have as a "Y" friend. We all loved her very much.
Marilyn Welcsh

May 30, 2017

Kathy Yaros

I could tell you so many stories about dear Maybelle. She was one of our regulars here at the Y- and a wonderful volunteer. She has been sorely missed since moving.
I pray that God brings you comfort in the many memories of Maybelle, in how much she loved her family and friends and could always bring joy and laughter to all those around her.
Love,
Kathy

May 29, 2017

Stephen and Susan Morin

Maybelle was a lovely lady and joy to be with. We loved her humor, spunk, and kindness that she shared with all. Some of our fondest memories are how she got into the character of the beer wench at the lake, how she totally enjoyed seeing the rings of Saturn and other celestial objects through the telescope, and the numerous visits at Brookwood. She told us many stories about her life and times with Rich and how much she missed him they're together now.

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9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

Karlo-Libby Funeral Home

5000 Everhard Road NW, Canton, OH 44718

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1

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Karlo-Libby Funeral Home

5000 Everhard Road NW, Canton, OH 44718

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1

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North Canton Cemetery

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5000 Everhard Road NW, Canton, OH 44718

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