Mary June Smith

Lovely sweet Mary June, with the lilting speaking and singing voice, passed away February 10th, 2010 in Coeur d’Alene. Mary June was a happy heated person and a friend to all. She was born in Los Angeles, California to George and Gerda Smith. After moving with her parents to Spokane, she attended grade and high schools; graduating from Lewis and Clark High.

She began pursuing her vocal training in Spokane in the Italian Bel Canto style (meaning beautiful singing) and won many acclaimed awards with her lilting Coloratura voice. She went on to pursue a singing career as a vocal soloist in churches in San Francisco, Denver and New York City; where she delighted many audiences.

Mary June was a faithful attendant of the Church of the Truth in Coeur d’Alene where she was the vocal soloist and led the music. Her musical contributions will be missed by all who knew her and enjoyed her lovely voice.

She is survived by her sister, Salicia Smith of New York City and Coeur d’Alene and several cousins in Spokane. She was pre-deceased by her parents George and Gerda Smith. To quote Mary June, “I’ve had a happy life”.

Viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m., followed by Funeral Service at 10:00 a.m. on Friday February 19, 2010 at Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d’Alene Chapel with Graveside Service at 1:00 p.m. at Fairmount Memorial Park in Spokane. Yates Funeral Home, Coeur d’Alene Chapel, is entrusted with the care of final arrangements. Please visit Mary June’s online memorial and sign her guest book at www.yatesfuneralhomes.com.