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Helen Poling

January 18, 1921 - February 4, 2013

Helen Elizabeth (Poling) Smith age 92 a resident of S. Main St. passed away on Monday, February 4, 2013 in Acute Care at Broaddus Hospital. She was born in Philippi, WV on January 18, 1921 a daughter of the late Glenn and Beatrice (Campbell) Poling. She was united in marriage in November 6, 1943 to Allen P. Smith who preceded her in death September 17, 1969. Surviving are,

Two nieces, Catherine A. Standish of Myrtle Beach, SC
Debbie Frost and husband Mike of Snow Hill, MD

One nephew, James G. Poling and wife Mary of Philippi

One sister, Betty Jane Zzebator of Snow Hill, MD

She was preceded in death by one brother, Charles S. Poling
Ms. Smith was the owner of Smith Department Store, member of the Dorcas Rebakah Lodge #275 and Crim Memorial United Methodist Church

Friends will be received at the Wright Funeral Home 216 N. Walnut St. Philippi on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 from 4-8:00 pm and on Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 8:00 am- 1:00 pm the service time with Rev. Tim Bleigh officiating. Interment will follow in the Mt. Vernon Memorial Cemetery.

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Helen Elizabeth (Poling) Smith age 92 a resident of S. Main St. passed away on Monday, February 4, 2013 in Acute Care at Broaddus Hospital. She was born in Philippi, WV on January 18, 1921 a daughter of the late Glenn and Beatrice (Campbell) Poling. She was united in marriage in November 6, 1943 toContinue Reading

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Marjorie and Rusty Reed left a message on February 7, 2013:
All of you have our sympathy for the loss of Helen. She often spoke of all of you--especially Jimmy{not Jim}!She was welcome when she visited us in Columbus and welcomed us the times we visited her.We really enjoyed the Sunday that you had us at your home! Bless you all and we won't forget Helen.
Cheryl Moore Rosencrance left a message on February 7, 2013:
Cathy, I;m sorry to hear of your Aunt's passing. She lived a nice long life. GOD Bless you and your family in your time of need.
Albert & Susan Ketchem left a message on February 7, 2013:
So sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gregory L. Mouser left a message on February 7, 2013:
To Jim Poling and family and Cathy Poling~Standish and family My thoughts & prayers are with you all drung your loss of your Aunt Helen... my deepest sympathy for you'all
Louise Stewart left a message on February 6, 2013:
Sympathy to the Poling family from the foster sister Louise. May God Bless
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Pastor Ann Fretwell left a message on February 5, 2013:
Helen was a regular in my life from the time my dad would take me into Smith's Dept. Store for clothing when I was little until she became a grown-up friend in the late 80s. She always had a smile when I visited with her. May God grant her family much peace and pleasant memories.
Wright Funeral Home & Crematory left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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