Altavista…..Marie Ford Smith, age 90 of Altavista died Saturday, May 5, 2018 at her residence.

Born May 19, 1927 in Bridgeport, Connecticut, she was the daughter of the late Michael Joseph Ford and Mary Falvey Ford.  She was also predeceased by two brothers, Robert Ford and Russell Ford.  Mrs. Smith was a member of St. Victoria Catholic Church and was a former medical receptionist. Her interests included water aerobics, cooking, reading, browsing on her computer, socializing with friends, and her overwhelming passion for the welfare of all animals.

She is survived by her husband of 58 years, Joseph William Smith of the residence; one son, Michael Joseph Smith and wife, Crystal of Concord, NC; two daughters, Mary Judith Hamlett and husband, Samuel Darrell of Rustburg and Patty Ann Patterson and husband, Troy of Gallatin, TN; eight grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 12:00 p.m. until 12:45 p.m., Thursday, May 10, 2018 at St. Victoria's Catholic Church fellowship hall, Hurt, VA.  A Catholic funeral mass will follow immediately in the sanctuary at 1:00 p.m. by Father Jim Gallagher.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to St. Victoria's Catholic Church, Senior Independence Hospice, or to the Humane Society for Campbell County.

The family wishes to acknowledge and thank Senior Independence Hospice, as well as, Vivian Farmer and her team for the loving care during this time of need.  Also, thank you to Colbert-Moran Funeral Home in Gretna for assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com .