Marjorie L. Smith

Marjorie L. Smith, 77, of Franklin, wife of Michael "Jim" Smith Jr, died Tuesday June 30, 2015 at her home surrounded by her family. She was born the daughter of the late Harry and Alice (Evans) Chowanec. Marjorie was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She was a graduate of Windham High School, class of 1956. Marjorie was the co-owner of Smith Auto Sales in Franklin and a Cub Scout leader for many years. Besides her husband of 58 years she is survived by three sons Steven Smith, Scott Smith and Chris Smith, a daughter Cynthia Smith, a brother Frederick Chowanec and his wife Rosie, ten grandchildren Christopher, Nichole, Josh, Jessica, Michael, Barrett, Bennett, Kasal, Conley Beth and Malia, four great grandchildren Noah, Alex, Cameron and Blake and several nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by a son Craig Smith. Marjorie's family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday July 2, 2015 at Potter Funeral Home 456 Jackson St. (Rte. 195) Willimantic, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm. Her Funeral Service will be held Friday July 3, 2015 at Potter Funeral Home at 10:00am with burial to follow at Pautipaug Cemetery, Franklin (Rte. 207). For an online memorial guestbook please visit www.potterfuneralhome.com