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Louise Smith

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Louise Martin Smith, 97, died peacefully at home on Mar. 5, surrounded by her loving family.

She is survived by her son, George, and his wife, Annmarie; her grandchildren, George Jr., James and Erica; and loving niece and nephew Nancy McMillian and James Shields.

She was predeceased by her husband, George, after 63 years of marriage, and her sister Shirley Shields.

She married her lifelong love, George, in 1951, and worked for Dupont as an executive secretary until their first child was born.

Louise had a love for the New Jersey shore and spent countless hours accompanying her husband boating, fishing and preparing delicious seafood meals. She was known for her skill and creativity as a seamstress. In her younger years, she regularly made clothing for her friends and family. She was well-known for her apple pie and well-sought after for her chocolate chip cookies.

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