elizabeth (McCorkle) smitherman 

SMITHERMAN CLEARWATER, FL Elizabeth "Betty" McCorkle Smitherman June 3, 2012 Elizabeth "Betty" McCorkle Smitherman, 80, passed away peacefully at home with her loving family by her side Sunday, June 3, 2012 at the age of 80 in Clearwater, Florida. She was born in Winston-Salem, NC and moved to Clearwater, with her family in 1962. She is survived by her husband of 61 years, Dr. F. Byron Smitherman; their children, Sherry Dodd (Ken Dodd), Julie Smitherman (Charles Rowe), David Smitherman (Priscilla Smitherman), Mark Smitherman (Marsha Cline); their grandchildren, Jeffrey, Kendal, and Haven Smitherman, and Lauren Dodd; her dear cat, Karmi and many other special loving friends and relatives. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, homemaker and an administrative assistant to her husband in his medical practice before his retirement. She enjoyed gardening, cooking, church activities, and was an active member of First United Methodist Church in Clearwater for 49 years. She was happiest when surrounded by family and friends. She was loved by all, will be forever missed and in our hearts always. A memorial service is planned for Thursday, June 7, 2012 at 4:00 pm at First United Methodist Church, 411 Turner Street, Clearwater, Florida 33756. Donations, if desired, can be made to First United Methodist Church in her memory.