Sharon E. Smith
August 31, 1947 - October 25, 2013
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Sharon E. Smith
August 31, 1947 - October 25, 2013
Obituary
Sharon Elizabeth Smith, 66, passed away on October 25, 2013 after a short battle with cancer. She was at home, surrounded by her family and friends. Sharon’s life was centered around her two children, Sam and Cara along with her two Boston Terriers “Ruby and Johnnie”.
Sharon was born in Waupaca, Wisconsin on August 31, 1947. Every year when she celebrated it was never referred to as her birthday but as “the end of August”. Sharon was the youngest of six children and spent her entire childhood in Waupaca. After her high school graduation in the summer of 1965 Sharon ventured to San Francisco with her mom, Elizabeth Woodliff, to follow in the footsteps of her sisters and aunts. In 1970 while still living in San Francisco, Sharon married her long time friend, Fred Smith. After the wedding, Fred and Sharon followed Fred’s career in the Marine Corps to Camp Pendleton. In 1973, they moved to San Luis Obispo to attend college and after Fred’s college graduation moved to Anaheim in 1975. While living in Anaheim the happy couple welcomed their first daughter, Cara Nicole Smith, on December 10, 1976. They stayed in Anaheim until 1978 when they decided to move to El Toro (Lake Forest) which became their home for many years to come. On March 21, 1984, Sharon gave birth to their second baby, Samuel Hayes Smith. He was delivered unexpectedly by the local fire department in their home.
Sharon worked at Trabuco Canyon Water District for 22 years as the District Treasurer/Board Secretary. She retired in February of 2010 and has spent the years since working on her house and gardening, two of her favorite past times. She also spent many hours making hand-made gifts for those she cared about and planning intimate parties for close friends and family. Her secret baked bean recipe was a favorite of everyone and the recipe still remains a secret. Sharon also had a passion for traveling and was thrilled to have been able to travel the world with Cara, her own personal tour guide.
Sharon Elizabeth Smith is survived by her daughter Cara Smith, son Sam Smith (Katie), Fred Smith (Father of Cara and Sam), brothers Bruce Woodliff (MaunaLoa), Skip Woodliff and John Woodliff (Sue), sister Jane Snyder, and preceded in death by her mother Elizabeth Woodliff and sister Nancy Krueger and nephew David Woodliff.
13 responses to Sharon E. Smith
Claudia Adamczyk says:
October 30, 2013
I’d like to express my deepest sympathies to Cara, Sam and the rest of the family for her loss. Sharon was a kind, creative and giving lady and will always be remembered. We shared many enjoyable times together, either at the beach or just at home on an occasional “Friday night”. Sharon will truly be missed but her spirit will live on. Sharon, here’s to you…. Sto Lat!
David Paulson says:
October 30, 2013
Sharon was such an amazing person and a great friend. I had the pleasure of working with Sharon for 3 years and over that time we developed a good friendship and she was always there for me. Recently Sharon stopped by my house when my son Ryan was born and brought him a hand made blanket, similar to the one she made for my oldest son. For Sharon to take the time to make something special for my children truly shows what loving and caring person she is.
My prayers go out To Cara, Sam and the rest of the family. Your mom was will be missed. 🙁
Kathy Wheaton says:
October 30, 2013
It is difficult to see how quickly life can change. Sharon was a dear friend for many years. We shared a full range of emotions: laughter, joy, frustration, sadness, and a bit of out-and-out rebellion. I’m proud to have had Sharon as a friend and a ring side seat to see Cara and Sam move from adolescence to adulthood. As a mom, a dear friend, a wonderful party planner/hostess, and a talented/creative woman, I am going to miss her every day. My deepest sympathies and condolences to the family.
Lisa Marie says:
October 31, 2013
For those of us fortunate enough to have Sharon as a friend, she will be missed.
Her genuine laugh, quick wit and amazing hospitality will always be remembered. Cara and Sam, your mother loved you both so very much. My condolences to you and your family.
I will always hold the memory of Mama Goose close to my heart and miss her dearly.
Terry Decker says:
October 31, 2013
Sharon was a very dear friend and such a loving, caring mom to Cara and Sam. We shared many wonderful times together. Sharon was an amazing gourmet cook. Her love of gardening inspired me, we shared a coop garden and Sharon’s always thrived. Want many talents Sharon did have. She loved decorating her home and hand made blankets, scarfs and so may beautiful things. Sharon so loved to entertain with family and friends and always included me in holidays. Holidays were so heart warming. I am blessed and honored to have had Sharon in my life and I will miss her so very deeply. My paryers and thoughts are with Cara and Sam and all of Sharon’s family at this time.