Linda L. Smith

LINDA L. SMITH, 53, of New Paris, OH, died Thursday, November 1, 2012 in Richmond, IN. Born on December 26, 1958 in Dayton, OH. Linda was a 1977 graduate of National Trail High School and served on the Alumni Association. A member of the Christ United Church in Richmond and served on the Board of Public Affairs in New Paris. Preceded in death by her Father: E. Vernon Parks.

Survived by Daughters: Jessie A. Smith and Jana E. Smith, both of New Paris, OH; Mother: Opal A. (Steele) Parks, Eaton, OH; Sister: Jana Jo Parks of Idaho; Brother: Terry Vernon Parks, Eaton, OH; Grandchildren: Jonah Smith and Jolie Wilson.

Memorial Service will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Monday, November 5, 2012 at the Christ United Church, 3430 Backmeyer Rd., Richmond, IN. Family will receive friends on Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the church.

Arrangements entrusted to Barnes Funeral Home, New Paris, OH.

Memorial Contributions may be made to the family c/o Barnes Funeral Home, 220 East Main Street, Eaton, OH 45320. Condolences may be sent to the family via the Web site at www.barnesfuneralhome.com