Mary Elizabeth Smith, a longtime Denver resident, who taught at Holy Family High School for 26 years, passed away peacefully in her sleep on September 18, 2009 at the age of 85. Mary was born on December 19, 1923 in Casper, WY to James and Nora Hayes. She is preceded in death by her husband, William; siblings, James, Thomas and Kathleen; and beloved daughter, Kathleen Ann Vetter. She is survived by her children, Lynn, Murray, Maureen and Eileen; 7 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Memorial Rosary, Friday, September 25, 2009, 3:30 pm, Gardens at St. Elizabeth, 2835 West 32nd Avenue, in Denver, Colorado. Funeral Mass and Reception, Friday, September 25, 2009, 6 pm, Holy Family Catholic Church, 44th and Utica, in Denver, Colorado. Graveside Service, Sunday, September 27, 2009, 2 pm, Highland Cemetery, in Casper, WY. Share memories of Mary and condolences with her family by selecting the ""sign guestbook"" button below.