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Phebe F. (Foulke) Smith

Posted 2009-07-11 by Fountain Hills Times
Phebe F. Smith passed peacefully in her home on the evening of June 11, 2008 after a six-month battle with cancer.

Phebe was born on July 20, 1920 in Minneapolis, Minn. to Robert and Mary Knight Foulke. Phebe graduated with honors from the University of Minnesota with a BSEd.

After college Phebe spent two years teaching English in South Haven, Minn. before Enlisting in the American Red Cross where she was drawn to serve in the European theater at the end of WWII.

Shortly after her return from services with the Red Cross Phebe met her Prince Charming, Mr. (Red) Wallace B. Smith and married on April 08, 1949. Phebe and Red lived in Denver and Omaha before retiring in 1977 to Rio Verde becoming one of the founding members of the community along with many of their lifelong friends.

Although the two called Rio Verde their permanent home Phebe and Red remained world travelers and also kept a summer home in Breckenridge, Colo. alongside many of their close friends.

Phebe was the mother of two children, Gary and Andrea Smith. Phebe is survived by her son Gary; grandchildren Damien and Heather Widick; brothers William and Robert (Bud) Foulke; and two great grandchildren Faith and Preston.

Phebe’s hobbies included, travel, golf, social gatherings, church choir, and Bridge along with various other card games and activities. Phebe’s sharp mind, thirst for adventure, strong will, and devotion to her family, friends, and her faith will always be remembered in the hearts of those who knew her.

In Phebe’s honor, memorial contributions can be sent to Sunshine Acres Children’s home, 3405 N. Higley Rd. Mesa AZ, 85215. Or you can contact Sunshine Acres directly at (480)832-2540.

Arrangements are by Messinger Fountain Hills Mortuary.

Fountain Hills Times June 18, 2008.




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