Marlene Keele Smith

SMITHFIELD - On Monday, June 12, 2006 Marlene, an elect lady, celebrated a wonderful reunion with loved ones who anxiously awaited her arrival. Although her family will miss her in this world, we are assured she is happy in another. She fought a long valiant battle with cancer, never complaining. She died at home surrounded by her loving family. She was born September 24, 1935, in Groveland, Bingham, Idaho to Beatrice Inez
Robinson and Elton Alexander Keele. Marlene married the light of her life, Jerald Ben Smith, on February 24, 1953 in Butte, Silverbow, Montana. Their marriage was later solemnized in the Idaho Falls Temple on November 12, 1954. She lived in Smithfield the past 12 years. Previous to that she has lived in Idaho,
Washington, California and Montana. Her family was of utmost importance to her, and the only time she worked outside of the home was when the family owned a fast food drive-in and they all worked together. She devoted her time to her husband and children and whoever else she could find to serve. Marlene was a member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, and lived her life with the pure love of Christ, serving in many organizations of the church. She and her husband enjoyed their service in the Logan Temple and made many eternal friends. She enjoyed doing family history, painting, crocheting, sewing, baking, reading, and spending time with her family. Marlene is survived by her husband Jerry, seven children, Jerry Jr. Deby Smith, Taylorsville; Jody Smith, Tooele; Rebecca John Hulet, Idaho Falls; Leslie Dennis Jensen, Pleasant View; Lori Steven Prince, Price; Melanie Kent Jensen, Smithfield; Joel Pam Smith, Herriman; 42 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren, with 4 more to arrive soon. She is also survived by her brothers and sisters, Needa Saba, Wilma Borrowman, Don Violet Keele, Leland Keele, Floyd Keele, Rudy Linda Higgins, and Judy Brent Cassidy. Preceding her in death are her parents, a brother - Leo Keele, one daughter - Nanette, and a grandson - Steven Prince Jr. The family would like to thank IHC Hospice for their kind loving care. Anna and Kathleen, we all appreciate you so much. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 16, 2006 at the Smithfield North Stake Center, 155 W. 400 N., with Bishop Scott Perkes of the 8th ward conducting. Friends may call on Thursday, June 15, 2006 from 6 - 8 pm, at the Nelson Funeral Home, 85 S. Main Street, Smithfield, and Friday from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. at the church prior to services. Interment will be in the Smithfield City Cemetery. Condolences may be extended to the family online at www.nelsonfuneralhome.com . In lieu of flowers, Marlene requested that donations be made to the LDS Church Perpetual Education Fund.