Juanita F. Smith

February 02, 1947 - August 22, 2023

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Obituary for Juanita F. Smith

Juanita (Nita) Smith was born on February 02, 1947 to the late Frank L. Smith and Gertrude A. Smith in Boston, MA.

Juanita was raised in the St. Richard's Catholic Church in Roxbury, where she never lost sight of her faith. She started her day by greeting and praising God, and ended each by Thanking him for all he has done.
Juanita was educated in the Boston Public School System, where she graduated and later attended Wheelock College.

Juanita started her career in the Boston Public School System, where she worked as a Secretary/Bus monitor. She married James E. Furman, and they would have 3 children, James, Alicia and Lawrence. Juanita would
put her career on hold to raise her family.

Juanita would resume her career working at Sears and Robuck as an Order Selector. She would move on to US Trust Bank as a Proof Clerk. This company would be acquired by Citizens Bank, where she would end
her career.

Juanita peacefully departed this life on Tuesday August 22, 2023, her memory forever by those left behind; Her children, James of N.C., Alicia and Lawrence of Boston. Grandchildren Corey, Lashauna, Rayshonna and Courtney and 5 great grandchildren. Siblings Eileen Smith and her husband Harvey Smith of Ruthville, VA, Alfred Smith and his wife Jaqueline Smith of Atlanta, GA, Marguerite Smith of Dedham, MA and Francine Smith of Dorchester, MA as well as a host of dear cousins,
nieces, nephews, extended family and friends. Special friends Helen Avery, Roy Beninati, Paulette Rose, Beth Rull and Kim Olusanya.

She is predeceased by her Husband James, sister Jaqueline Bushrod, brothers
Eugene Smith, David Smith and Richard Smith.

Visitation will be held at the Dolan Funeral Home, 1140 Washington Street, DORCHESTER LOWER MILLS on Thursday, August 31st from 2-3PM. Memorial Service to begin at 3PM. Interment Private. Relatives and friends invited.

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  • August 31, 2023

    Joyce Smith

    Sending my love and prayer to my extended family. On the behalf Stacy Smith and her Children and grandchildren. Family always remain on our hearts. Joyce Smith

  • August 31, 2023

    Laverne Terry

    Alicia I'm so sorry for your loss. I knew your Mom was a great woman. What I've heard from others and all what I see in you is a loving and caring person, all what was instilled in you by her. May you rest in peace Ms. Juanita you did a wonderful job as a Mother. LaVerne Terry

  • August 30, 2023

    Lorianne J. Gillis

    Alicia and family I was very sad to hear of the passing of Juanita. I have never met her, but know she was very much loved by all of you and I'm sure that love was returned. I'm sure she will be missed by all. -Lorianne Gillis (coworker of Alicia)

  • August 29, 2023

    Yvonne Mograss

    Juanita and I were not only cousins but buddies. Whatever we said to each other never shared with anyone else: a friend. Thanks from Yvonne [Hodge] Mograss

  • August 29, 2023

    Daughters of St Paul

    We are so sorry to hear of Juanita's passing. She was a beautiful soul!..whose gentle and peaceful presence brought joy. She will be missed. Be assured of our prayers! The sisters in Pauline books.

  • August 27, 2023

    Beth Rull

    My dear friend Juanita, You were a true friend. I shall miss you always. Short drives in the car and good advice to me. My bingo bestie, My next bingo event, I am going to do, in Honor of you. Love to you and your family....

  • August 26, 2023

    Beth Rull

    My friend, my pal , I am missing you. Bingo will never be the same without you. You taught me so much, your wisdom, caring and love. You meant the world to me and my mom. My family sends sincere condolences to your family, I will miss you always. Rest in Eternal Peace my friend ❤️

  • August 25, 2023

    Paulette Rose

    I just can't find the words to say on how much Juanita meant to me. my prayers and deepest sympathies for all of her family. I will never forget the fun days we had play shirley bingo and riding to Fox Woods and the trips to the bingo hall in New Hampshire. she has help me alot and I will miss the sound advice she would give me. she will alway be in my thoughts as well as her family. I will miss her dearly. ~ Paulette Rose

  • August 24, 2023

    Mark Senna

    My heart goes out to all of the Smiths and Furmans for the loss of your mom. I never met Juanita but I do know how much she meant to my friend, Larry. Speaking of, I know that Juanita was a wonderful and kind woman because she raised such a great man in Larry. I'm still delighted to hear that she collected hockey cards and will share that story for the rest of my life. I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. ~Mark Senna