Obituary: Smith, Edward Laverne

Sun., Sept. 20, 2015

SMITH, Edward Laverne (Age 59) Edward entered into rest on September 7, 2015 at Hospice of Spokane Hospice House.

He is survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Edward A. and Amy Smith; three grandchildren, Aliyah, Silas and Isabella; two sisters, Cindy Nicholls of Arizona, and Carolyn “Bo” Unger of Minnesota; two brothers Bill Douglas of Minnesota and Richard Douglas of Minnesota, along with many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents Everret “Curly” Smith and Donna Douglas.

He will be deeply missed by extended family and friends.

He was well known by many as a carpet installer and handyman of many traits and talents.

A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, September 26th at 1:00 pm at Bethel Church of the Nazarene, 1111 S. Thor Street.

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