1926
2017
Isabella Richter D'Aigle Smith was born on 8-6-26 to Fred C. and Vera (Noak) Richter in Wallis, Texas, the seventh of eight siblings. She graduated as valedictorian from Wallis High School in 1943 and then moved to Temple, Texas. While working as a dental assistant and dental hygienist at both Camp Hood and McCloskey General Hospital she met and married Albert A. D'Aigle on 10-12-45. They were married 31 years before his death on 7-20-76
They had four children, Isabella Alice, Allen William, Diane Theresa (all deceased at birth) and her surviving child Anthony Kirk. She gave thanks for the gift and joy of her only surviving child.
They moved to Taylor, Texas in 1947 where over the years she worked for a local dentist, cashier at McCory's, part time alteration work at home and over 22 years at Taylor Bedding doing clerical work and as credit manager.
On 11-4-78 Issy married Vernon Smith at St. Paul Lutheran Church. She was a member of St. Paul's since joining in 1947. Her church activities included choir in the 50's, Women of the Church (President in 1958), taught Sunday School Confirmation Class for 18 years and the Adult Bible Class for 8 years, co-taught Confirmation Class with Pastor Herber, served as Sunday School Superintendent, Parrish Education, worship and outreach committees, directed numerous Christmas Programs, Ruth Circle and the Bereavement Committee. Serving bereaved families at their most difficult time was important for her as well.
Her community involvement included American Cancer Society, Board Member of the New Century Club and she participated in the Relay for Life. She was a cancer survivor and helped other cancer survivors through Reach to Recovery and Road to Recovery. She also helped with Meals on Wheels.
She was very creative as a seamstress and in later years as an artist. She wanted her paintings to have a message. She also hand painted Christmas ornaments, usually with a special message for the person receiving them.
She is preceded in death by her parents, both husbands, three children, four brothers, two sisters, both brothers-in-law, two sisters-in-law, four nieces and four nephews.
She is survived by her son Anthony D'Aigle and wife Kathryn, step-daughter Carol Moore and her husband Tom, Sisters-in-law Dean and Francis Richter, four grandchildren, Randy Shira (wife Trina), Cricket Moffett (Marvin), Craig Shira (wife Mindy), Doug Moore (wife Jill), great grandchildren Jennifer (husband Mark), Kimberlee (husband Mike), Alan (wife Taylor), Matthew (Amanda), Justin (wife Alison), Logan (wife Ashlea), Aaron, Sidneigh, Jake, Ben and Brooke and three great great-grandchildren, Anthony, Brooklynnn and Elizabeth, nieces, Jane (Paul), Lee Ann, Sandra (James), Tammy (Rene), Becky, nephews Larry (Gracie), Richard, Ron (Nell) and (Harold) and numerous great nieces and nephews.
Arrangements under the direction of Condra Funeral Home, Taylor, TX.
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September 21, 2017
Pat (Herzer-Scruggs) Moseley
Beautiful lady....prayers for her family in their time of sorrow....
September 18, 2017
Michele Gilchrist
Dear Anthony and family, I worked with your mother for just a few years at Taylor Bedding back in 1980-81. I was 20-21 years old, newly married and a new mother. Even though we only really knew each other for a few years, she was so kind and helpful to me. She took me under her wing and not only showed me how to be a good employee, but also a good mother and wife. My parents made homemade pork sausage, sold it to the public and your mom bought sausage from them, so I kept in touch with her for many years that way. I didn't get to see her often, but when I did she always treated me like I was the most important person in the room. I loved your mother dearly and think of her often. She touched me in ways that will stay with me all my life and I thank God that He put her in my life. My sincere sympathy to you and your family.
September 13, 2017
Thoughts and prayers are with you Anthony, Gary and Mary Jane Richter.
September 13, 2017
Pat (Guthrie) Helbert
Lots of prayers and hugs Anthony in the loss of your precious Mother. What a sweet lady she was and very much loved. Keep those precious memories close to your heart.
September 12, 2017
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, during this difficult time! She was a sweet lady!
Barbara (Stauffer) Schiller, Temple, Tx
September 12, 2017
Randy Brown
She was a great lady! Anthony, I'll never forget the summer days spent at your house, working on cars and your Mom treating us all like her own. She fed us many a great meal! She was witty and sharp minded to the end!
September 11, 2017
Phyllis Johnson
My sincere sympathy to you and your family, Anthony. Your mother was a very special lady and will be remembered by so many.
September 11, 2017
Katherine Stolle
May God bless you during this difficult time. I'll always remember your sweet mother. She taught me in Sunday School. She was a wonderful blessing in my life.
September 11, 2017
Condra Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time
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