Margaret M. Smith

Margaret M. “Peg” Smith, age 80, of Lancaster, formerly of Shelby, Ohio, passed away Thursday, October 11, 2012 at her residence. Margaret was a graduate of Ohio University, with a master of fine arts degree.

Member of Lancaster Rose Quilters, Fairfield Heritage Association, First Presbyterian Church of Lancaster

Peg was an avid seamstress and quilter; costumier for BalletMet in Columbus, Pickerington High Schools and various other theatrical organizations.

She is survived by her husband of 61 years Ronald N. Smith, daughters; Terri (Richard) Fosnaugh, Christy (Brian) White and Judy Smith, grandchildren; Laurie (Shane) Kays, Matt (Tyline) White, Becca (Seth) Geib, great-grandson, Aydan Noel Kays, brother Fred (Mickey) Garvin, nieces and nephews.

Margaret was preceded in death by her parents Frederick and Mildred Garvin, sisters; Anne Van Tilberg, Jeanne Zoltai, Elaine Santo and Audrey Crone.

Dignity Memorial Services will be held 11:00 A.M. Monday, October 15, 2012 at the First Presbyterian Church, 222 N. Broad St., Lancaster, Ohio with Rev. Matthew Richardson officiating. Family will receive friends in the Heritage Room at 10:30 AM.at the church prior to services.

The family suggests contributions to FairHoPe Hospice, 282 Sells Rd., Lancaster, Ohio 43130 or Hopeful Hearts (animal rescue)201 S. Broad St. Suite 311, Lancaster, Ohio 43130 in Margaret’s memory.

Arrangements are by Halteman-Fett & Dyer Funeral Home, Lancaster, Ohio. On-line condolences may be made at wwwhaltemanfettdyer.com