Marie DeNeves Smith, the beloved matriarch of our family, passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, at St. Joseph Hospital in Stockton, California. She was born and raised in Escalon, California, on August 5, 1937, to loving parents Joseph Nunes and Louise Candida Pereira. Marie was a guiding light and a cherished presence for 87 wonderful years. Her unwavering love for her family and vibrant spirit defined Marie’s life. She was a source of wisdom, strength, and comfort, always ready with a kind word or a helping hand. Her legacy of love, resilience, and generosity will continue to inspire all who knew her.
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