Theresa "Dolly" Smith

Theresa “Dolly” Smith, 85, of Kulpmont, PA passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026, surrounded by family. Dolly was a beloved wife, mother and grandmother and was happiest surrounded by her husband, two daughters and three grandchildren.

Dolly is survived by her husband of 66 years, Ronald Smith. She was a graduate of the Kulpmont High School Class of 1958 and enjoyed attending reunions to reconnect with old friends.

She found joy in meaningful conversations with friends and family, watching sitcoms, completing craft projects and doing puzzles. She was a lifelong animal lover and took joy in spending time with her dogs, watching birds and feeding the squirrels. Dolly could often be found sitting on her porch swing and talking to all the neighbors who walked by.

Dolly was passionate about her faith, family and friends.

Dolly’s greatest calling in life was becoming a grandmother. She cherished her grandchildren and spent every possible opportunity to be with them. Dolly loved her family and was always taking care of them. Doing crafts and baking with her grandchildren were some of her favorite pastimes. Dolly was present for our most cherished memories, and she will be missed in all the milestones to come.

Dolly is survived by her two daughters; Lee Ann (Thomas) Smith of Kulpmont, PA and Cheri (Nicholas) Gard of Lititz, PA. She is survived by her three grandchildren Nicole Gard, Alyssa Gard, and Zack Smith. She is also survived by her sister-in-law, Carol Filardo and nephew Marco Filardo, both of Salem, MA.

Dolly will be deeply missed but forever remembered for the love she gave so freely and the light she brought to the lives around her.

Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, November 13, 2026 at 11:30 a.m. with Father Andrew Stahmer officiating in the Church of the Holy Angels, 855 Scott St., Kulpmont, PA. Entombment will follow in St. Mary’s Cemetery, Kulpmont, PA. Viewing will be held in the Church on Friday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, and due to her love of animals, donations can be made to Mostly Mutts, 284 Little Mountain Rd, Sunbury, PA 17801 or Donate Here. Arrangements are in care of C J Lucas Funeral Home Inc., 1053 Chestnut St., Kulpmont, PA 17834, Ashley P. Doyle, Supervisor. To send condolences to the family, please visit www.cjlucasfuneralhome.com