She will be greatly missed by all. I give thanks for Mary's life.
It is with deep sadness that I report the news of the death of my friend and classmate Mary Karen (Rivers) Smith. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends. We give thanks for Mary's life.
Passed away March 21st, 2021
Mary Karen (Rivers) Smith
Smith, Mary Karen (Rivers) age 72, passed away March 21, 2021. Mary was a life long resident of N Mpls and Camden neighborhood. Graduated from North High School. Retired from Honeywell after 39 years. The past Queen of the Sabathanettes Red Hat Society. She was kind and loving, always helping somebody. She will greatly missed. Preceded in death by her husband, Dale M. Smith Sr.; father, James D. Rivers Sr.; and brother, James D. Jr. Survived by mother, Ada Rivers; brother, Aaron Rivers; sons, Jason and Dale M. Smith Jr. (Mary); grandchildren, Evelyn and JeDale Smith, Troy and Tschaunbay Dixon; great- grandchildren, other relatives and many friends. Private graveside service for family. A memorial service and celebration of life will be held at a later date.
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From our Music Index
Mary's Guest Book
Kathy (Pemberton) Heikke
March 26, 2021
So many great memories, smiles and laughs shared. Mary was always there to help with our reunions, the planning, the partying. She was a very kind and giving person of her time and friendship. My prayers and thoughts are with the Smith and Rivers family.
Tammie Coleman
March 26, 2021
I work with Mary at Honeywell downtown and at Stinson you will always be in my heart test in heaven god got him one beautiful a angle
Norma Anderson
March 25, 2021
My condolences to the Smith and Rivers family. Mary was a true gem. Her kindness and smile will be truly missed. As a member of the Royal Red Hat Sabathanettes, we will truly miss Hatter Mary.
Steve Manoleff
March 24, 2021
So sorry to hear about the passing of Mary. I worked with her at Honeywell for about 10 years.She was truly one of the most memorable person that I had the pleasure to have known. Her love of books and reading was inspiring. She was a very caring and helpful woman I will always have very fond memories of my time working with her. RIP MARY!!!!
Terry Tompkins, NHS class of ‘66
March 24, 2021
Too soon to say goodbye to this dear friend, NHS classmate, and tireless helper with our class reunions. Her good humor and personality endeared her to us all. Teensy will live on in our memory now and always.
Floyd Ruggles
March 24, 2021
My sympathy to the Rivers and the Smith family. So sorry for your loss of two beautiful souls Mary and James Jr. My prayers go out to you and your families during this difficult time. Mary and I attended North high school together. She will be greatly missed by all of her classmates of the class of '66. We give thanks for Mary's life. She came this way but once, yet she touched our lives in many ways while she was here. We shall remain eternally grateful for her friendship and for the influence she bestowed upon us.
Linda Anderson
March 24, 2021
Mary Rivers, you were my friend at Calvary Methodist church. We went to Sunday School together. You were fun and we had a friendship during the blow ups on Plymouth Ave between blacks and whites. But we remained friends and thought nothing of it while parents were trying to protect thier kids by keeping them segregated. I left N Mpls when I was 13, eventually became a nurse like I said I would. Over the years, you have crossed my mind many times. I loved your laugh and remember us holding hands as kids. I hope you had a good life because you were a great person.
Sue Wehr
March 23, 2021
Mary and I attended North High School together, graduating in 1966. She was always full of joy and laughter. Oh, how we loved her laugh! In recent years we worked together on our Reunion committee, coming up with creative ideas and sharing memories. Her infectious smile along with her never ending energy always kept us going. She spoke so very lovingly of her precious family, we could literally see the pride she had in each of them. Her smile, laugh, kindness and energy will be missed by all of us. Rest well now in the Lord's warm embrace Mary.
James D. Rivers, Jr.
Rivers, James D., Jr. Age 75. Passed away 3/14/2021. He was a lifelong resident of N. Minneapolis and graduated from North High School where he was a featured athlete. Preceded in death by father, James D. Sr; son, James T. He is survived by his wife, Eunice; son, Jonathan; mother, Ada; sister, Mary K Smith; brother, Aaron; nephews, Jason and Dale (Mary) Smith; grandchildren, Kacena and Kalena, James Diaz, Alexis and Keshia Folks; great-grandsons, Kyle and Javin; best friend, Ted Crockett; other friends and relatives. A Celebratory Gathering for friends and family will be held 3pm, Saturday, March 20 at 6048 W. Broadway, New Hope, MN. CremationSocietyofMN.com
Published on March 18, 2021
Mary K. "Teensy" Rivers - Smith
You'll find that life is a journey made of memories. Make good ones.
The only love that will last forver is the love that God has for you.
Mary Rivers 1966
Mary Rivers - Smith 2011
Elleven Nicole January 27, 2016 - I could honestly kick my own ass for forgetting my grandparents anniversary! these two lovely people have been married for 49 years & tho my grandpa is no longer with us, we still celebrate their love because its unconditional, and most importantly everlasting ❤ thank you to those that visited my grandmother and helped celebrate her beautiful marriage. Rest in paradise grandpa, sincerely your baby girl.
From The Class of 1966
2015 There's something erie seeing your self on a cake. (Don't cut me! Don't eat me!) I am so blessed to be here. When I looked like that picture I never thought about being this old
Many Moons Ago (The Honeywell Crew) — with Ann Jackson, Sue Williamson, Pat Eves, Bessie M Thomas, America, Yolandra whitfield, Linda Gilreath, Hazel Douglas and Mary Smith
Jill Scott - "Hear My Call"
Mary K. Rivers - Smith Time Line Photos
Mary Rivers - Smith 2010
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North High School Class of 1966
45th Reunion
August 27th, 2011
Eileen Braker, Joanne Cullinan, Kathy Pemberton, Patricia Blackledge, Kathy O'Day, Mary Rivers, Linda Nelson, Carol Rucke & Mary Hart
Ron Hunter, Betty Ansel, James Marshall, Jeffrey Ansel, Duane Witherspoon, Barbara McGee, Sandra McGee, Mary Rivers,Gloria Reess, Marion "Sonny" Thibodeaux & Steven Sudduth
Mary Rivers & Harold Malisow
Mary Rivers 2011
Mary Smith January 16, 2015 - This is now!
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Pam Myles Hey Aunt Teensie......smile emoticon Still looking great!
January 17, 2015 at 10:08am · 1
Hazel Douglas Still Beautiful!!!
January 18, 2015 at 1:16pm
Deb HulkeJensen Van Brocklin my favorite groupleader, you've always been beautiful!
Even its been over a year since the reunion I am so glad you guys have kept this web site current. I was sad to hear about Jim Rainerson, but I would have never known if I hadN't com to visit. If I run across old picture I will get in touch. Always Mary
Mary
For signing our Guest Book and thanks for all the hard work on the 45th & 50th Reunions.
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