Arlene “Jane” Walker Smoker, 91, of Garden Spot Village, formerly of Lancaster, PA, passed away on June 23, 2019. She lost her first love of her life, Lee Smoker, on January 24, 2013, after 64 years of marriage.
She was born in Willow Street, PA to the late Charles and Christiana Walker. She was predeceased by the following siblings: Charles, Kirk, Harold, Earl, Elwood, Dick, Florence Rynier, Dorothy Forrest, Ruth Pfautz, Mildred Brandt, and Verna Lefever.
She worked for RCA, Hubley Toys, and retired from Schick Electric.
She is survived by 2 daughters; Beverly (Ronald) Brubaker, and Bonnie (Fred) Anderson. She is also survived by 3 grandchildren, 2 step-granddaughters, 3 great-grandchildren, and 2 great step- grandchildren.
Jane always loved to have fun and keep people laughing. She and Lee were always there to help those in need without a second thought. They truly loved their family and friends. They loved going to their cabin and being part of the Conestoga Sertoma Club. She will truly be missed by many.
Thank you staff of Laurel View at Garden Spot Village for the great care you gave Jane.
Friends and relatives are invited to attend a funeral service on Monday, July 1, 2019 at 11:00 AM at the DeBord Snyder Funeral Home, 141 E. Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602. A viewing will be held from 10:00 AM until the time of service.
Please omit flowers. Donations may be made to Hospice & Community Care, 685 Good Drive, PO Box 4125, Lancaster, PA 17604-4125 or to the Garden Spot Benevolent Fund, 433 S. Kinzer Ave., New Holland, PA 17557.
Christie C
I would like to express my deepest sympathy to family and friends. May all of your good memories be greater than your sadness during this difficult time. (Isaiah 25:8)
Suzanne Weaver
So sorry to hear of Arlene’s passing. I truly enjoyed hearing about her true love, Lee. I looked forward to her hugs and all the laughs she gave me as I had the privilege to take care of her during my time at Laurel View.
Thoughts of your family during this difficult time.