Nov 24, 2021

Rose M. Smith, 92, of Washington, formerly of Claysville and Weirton, W.Va., died Monday, November 23, 2021, in Presbyterian SeniorCare, Washington.

She was born December 9, 1928, in Steubenville, Ohio, a daughter of the late Phillip and Nancy Minco Lamantia.

Rose was a member of Sacred Heart Church of St. James Parish.

In her free time, she enjoyed bingo, shopping, going to the casino, driving her car, and most of all, spending time with her family.

Rose was a member of the Claysville Mothers’ Club.

On Augusty 23, 1957, in Steubenville, she married the love of her life, Edward A. Smith, who precedes her in death.

Surviving are two sons, Edward M. (Robin) Smith, of Washington, and Michael J. Smith, of West Alexander; a daughter, Debra (Kenneth) Moon, of Washington; a sister, Anna Hess, of Steubenville; and five grandchildren, Stephanie, Casey and Emily Smith, and Alyssa and Ryan Moon.

Deceased, in addition to her husband and parents, are four brothers, Phillip, Joseph, Anthony, and Pete Lamanita; and three sisters, Josephine Lamantia, Augusta Luconte, and Mary DiVittorio.

All services are private and entrusted to Piatt and Barnhill Funeral Directors, Inc., Charles R. Piatt, owner/supervisor, Andrew C. Piatt, director.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.piattandbarnhillfh.com.