Doris E. (Baer) Smith

Doris E. (Baer) Smith, 99 of Newport, left her Earthly home and joined her Lord and Savior on May 27, 2024.  She died peacefully at home surrounded by her loving family.  Born at home on April 23, 1925, to the late Luther A. and Edna Ruth (Garlin) Baer of Landisburg, Doris is survived by three children:  Loretta K. Baer (Dallas), Robin E. Smith (Elaine Hower), and Karen L. Dobbs (Gary), all of Newport; nine grandchildren; and 17 great grandchildren.  In addition to her parents, Doris is preceded in death by her beloved husband of 74 years, Robert E. Smith, an infant son, Robert G. Smith and her six siblings:  Hazel Swarner, Geraldine Brownawell, Delois Sanders, Elwood Baer, Frederick Baer, and Ted Baer.

Doris was a loving, caring, hardworking woman that did everything to the best of her ability.  Her Christian faith was the cornerstone of her life.  In addition to working side by side with her husband/owner/operator of R.E. Smith & Son, Inc. (heating oil) of Newport, she also raised a family and ran the household.  She enjoyed sewing, gardening, baking, playing both piano and organ, and spending time with her family.  Before Doris was homebound, she attended Red Hill Church of God in Newport.

Funeral services for Doris will be held on Friday, May 31 in the calming chapel of Nickel Lochstampfor Family Funeral Home, Inc. in Loysville.  The viewing will be held from 11 to 12 noon.  The funeral service will begin promptly at 12 noon, with Rev. Philip Brenizer officiating.  Interment will follow the funeral in Blain Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, please make memorial donations to Gideons International, Perry County Camp, PO Box 114, Loysville, PA  17047.  If you are attending the funeral service, please plan to arrive by 11:45 AM.  The casket will be closed at that time in preparation for the funeral service, and the family will be unavailable to receive condolences as they say their private final goodbyes to Doris.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Nickel Lochstampfor Family Funeral Home, Inc. of Loysville.

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