Virginia Ann Smith (nee Donnelly), 87, of Elyria passed away peacefully Thursday, October 17, 2019 at her home. She was born December 10, 1931 in Montpelier, VT. Virginia was an avid reader , Cavs fan, and enjoyed spending time with her family especially her grandchildren. Survivors include her daughters Alison (Kevin) Kirsch of Grafton, Lisa (Doug) Gilbert of Wadsworth, and Jenny Smith of Elyria; son George (Cindy) Smith of Strongsville; grandchildren Andrew, Adam , David , Lucas and Morgan ; brother William (Ruth) Donnelly of Burlington, VT. She was preceded in death by her husband George; granddaughter Jenna Smith; parents Wilfred and Mary Donnelly (nee McCool). Family will receive friends from 10 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11 AM Monday, October 21, 2019 at Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Church 708 Erie Street Grafton, OH. 44044. Rev. Fr. John Seabold will be the Celebrant. Burial St. Mary (Grafton). In lieu of flowers family suggests those who wish may make donations to Catholic Charities 1111Superior Ave. Cleveland, Ohio 44111 or Murray Ridge School 9750 Murray Ridge Rd. Elyria, OH. 44035. Arrangements were entrusted to the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Elyria, 44035. Online condolences may be expressed to the family at www.laubenthalmercado.com

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