Mary Baca Smith

Mary Baca Smith, 88, passed away Saturday, September 14, 2019 at her home in Eagar. She was born April 19, 1931 in Springerville, the daughter of Pedro C. Baca and Martina Chavez Baca.

Mary will always be remembered as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Her greatest joy was her grandchildren and serving her church and church family.

Mary is survived by her husband, Lyle Dean Smith, Eagar; son, Robert (Denee) Baca, Springerville; daughters, Kathy (Greg) Reynolds, Boydton, Virginia; Janella (Greg) Orona, Springerville; step-sons, Ray Dean (Denise) Smith, Alan (Sheri) Smith, Larry (Kim) Smith, Ricky (Christi) Smith, brothers, Tommy Baca, Bill Baca, sister, Marian Ballejos, 11 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Bonifacio Baca and son, Leonard Baca.

Rosary will be held Saturday, September 21, 2019 at 9:30 a.m. at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, Springerville, with Memorial Mass following at 10:00 a.m.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 117 Apache St. Springerville, AZ 85938.