Valerie L. Smithson, 70, of Bellefontaine, formerly of Huntsville passed away Friday, Oct. 18, 2019 at Bell Springs Nursing and Rehab, Bellefontaine.
Valerie was born on June 24, 1949 in Springfield, a daughter of the late Howard L. Jr. and Mary E. Peters Toms. She married John “Marty” Smithson on Feb. 14, 1986 in Lakeview, and he preceded her in death.
She is survived by two daughters, Peggy Cline and Carri Howard, four grandchildren, Derek, Damian, Kaleb, and Brayden, three siblings, Howard L Toms III, Steven (Clem) Toms and Charlotte McQueen.
Valerie was a 1967 graduate of Springfield South High School. She was a long-time waitress at Antonio’s Restaurant in Russells Point. Valerie enjoyed puzzles and puzzle books, playing cards, listening to music and being with her grandchildren.
Services will be held at a later date.
Arrangements are in the care of Shoffstall Funeral Home, Lakeview. Condolences may be expressed at shoffstallfuneralhome.com.