Elizabeth Smith Obituary

Our family is saddened to announce the passing of Elizabeth Jean Smith this September 17th 2023. Elizabeth, a lifetime resident of Edgewood, PA, was born on March 13, 1949. Her parents, Edgar and Margaret "Peggy" Huckestein met while both serving in the military in World War II. Elizabeth was a graduate of Edgewood High school, where she achieved academic honors and lettered in basketball and volleyball. After high school, she attended the Indiana University of Pennsylvania and graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management. At IUP, Elizabeth was active in various endeavors, from the Equestrian Club to the sorority Phi Mu. Elizabeth had a long career, mainly in the mortgage and loan industry and worked for many Pittsburgh staples, such as The Duquesne Club, Carnegie-Mellon University, and National City Mortgage (PNC). Growing up, Elizabeth enjoyed her summers spent with her family and friends at the cottage at Conneaut Lake. In particular, she relished her time swimming, water-skiing, and any time spent at Shady Dock, Midway, or at the Park. Throughout her life, Elizabeth loved playing games, especially board games and playing cards. She most appreciated the conversations, chatter, and time spent with friends and family on such occasions. Elizabeth was the most loving and giving mother, thoughtful and caring sibling, and a committed and loyal friend. She will be greatly missed, and her loss is deeply felt. She is survived by her son Gary Garver Smith and his wife Erin of Scituate MA and their four children Coleman, Timothy, Madeleine, and Edward, sister Margaret Ann Hoover and husband Bob of Wilmington, NC, cousin Kaethe McGonigle of Pittsburgh, PA, cousin Bill McGonigle of Byfield, MA, niece Lisa Guinta and her husband Anthony of Atlanta, GA, niece Katie Hoover of Atlanta, GA, nephew Dan Hoover and his wife Laura of Atlanta, GA, and many grandnieces and grandnephews. Elizabeth was predeceased by her parents, Edgar and Margaret Huckestein, brother John "Jack" Huckestein, and niece Linda Hoover. Arrangements entrusted to the Thomas L. Nied Funeral Home, Inc. 7441 Washington Street, Swissvale. www. niedfuneralhome. com