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In memory of
Marcie Smith
From Stefany Smith
candle
I love you and I should have said that more than I did. You were my first glimpse of a fighter and survivor, never complained or got upset you were there 3 jobs and no sleep and a ferocious lil girl who refused to give up bc of you I learned that with great responsibility comes integrity, respect, love,trust, and a inner heart of gold ...for my raven was you and there you never flew from my side forevermore my guide was you. 🪶j.r.s♡♡♡my best feature came from you my heart...a soul that loved me so much. Thank you for so much....sending my love in loving memory m.j.s &j.r.s ♡

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