MRS. MARY SMITH (NÉE BABICK) passed away peacefully to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 15, 2016 at the age of 95 years. Mary is pre-deceased by her parents Kálmán and Maria Babick, sister Irene Babick, brothers John Babick and Carl Babick and husband Richard J. Smith. Mary is survived by her three sons and daughters-in-law: Richard A. Smith (wife Denise Smith), of Houston, TX, Allan Smith of Lethbridge, AB, and Bradley Smith (wife Susan Smith) of Courtenay, BC.  As an ever loving, caring and doting grandmother, she will be greatly missed by her grandchildren Mackenzie, Kesley, Carter, Austin, Morgan, Katarina, and Matthias Smith.

Mary was born in Árpás, Hungary on February 17, 1921 and immigrated to Canada with her sister and brothers in 1930 to reunite with their father in Hardieville. Mary grew up in Hardieville quickly becoming the primary caregiver for her family in light of her older sister’s passing shortly after arriving in Canada. Caring for and loving her immediate family, nieces, nephews, and friends was the greatest focus and joy throughout her entire life working tirelessly to support and meet their needs.

Mary participated and successfully excelled in several competitive sports including softball, bowling, curling, and down-hill skiing.  She enjoyed working as a manager at Woolworths where she was highly respected by her work colleagues and senior manager.  Mary met Richard J. Smith (who immigrated from England) and they were married in 1958 in Lethbridge.  Mary lived her entire life in Lethbridge where she raised her three sons.

Mary was very active in the catholic church initially at St. Patrick’s and then at St. Basil’s once it was built in north Lethbridge. She devoted countless hours as a member and volunteer with the Catholic Women’s League (C.W.L.).  As of her passing, she was the oldest contributing member with 65 ½ years of service.

Mary lived her life fully, with courage and determination.  She was completely selfless in all of her actions and always gave unconditional love and support. She lived for her family and leaves a legacy of making a difference in so many lives.  Her spiritual beliefs created a life of caring, giving, and teaching.  She will be sadly missed by those who had the benefit to have known her. 

The family would like to thank the Good Samaritans Society Park Meadows Village and Dr. Jansen and the Heart Function Clinic for their valued support and care of Mary.

A Prayer Service will be held at CORNERSTONE FUNERAL HOME, 2800 Mayor Magrath Drive South, Lethbridge, AB, on Friday, October 28, 2016 at 7:00 P.M. with Deacon Cliff Bogdan officiating.

A Funeral Mass will be celebrated at ST. BASIL’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 604 – 13 Street North, Lethbridge, AB, on Saturday, October 29, 2016 at 10:00 A.M. with Father Kevin Tumback celebrating.

Interment to follow at St. Patrick’s Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the St. Basil’s C.W.L., c/o All Saints Parish Office, 2405 – 12 Avenue South, Lethbridge, AB, T1K 0P4.

 

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• Date : 2016-10-15