Lola Imogene Smith, beloved wife and mother passed away peacefully in her sleep on Sunday, December 28, 2008. Lola was welcomed into the world by Marvin and Gussie Baisley on December 15, 1919, in Baker City, Oregon. Lola grew up and married her one true love Bertram Arthur Smith on April 7, 1937, in Weiser, Idaho. Lola was the loving wife of Bert for over 71 years. During their long and happy marriage, they raised three children, two daughters, Bonnie and her husband, Hal Perry of Eugene, Oregon; Shirley and her husband, Virgil Martin of Sunriver, Oregon; and a son, Lorin and his wife, Donna Smith of Medford, Oregon. Throughout her life, Lola was actively involved in family life. All of her children were born in Baker City. Later the family moved to Portland, Oregon, while Bert completed his education. They moved to Roseburg, Oregon, to set up a physician practice and complete the raising of their family. Lola was involved in helping with all the ventures pursued by family members, including the physician practice, Roseburg Antique Car Club, Royal Neighbors of America, and Daughters of the Nile, which is a support organization for the Shriner's. Lola was a happy woman, best-known for her loving smile and delightful laughter. Her sense of humor was as comforting as her warm hugs. Lola was a wonderful hostess, eagerly accepting the challenge of hosting large-scale family gatherings and reunions and car club and Shriner's events. These events were routinely hosted at their country home in Garden Valley, which is affectionately named “Buzzard Gulch.” Lola made entertaining at the country home look easy, in spite of limited hot water, a wood burning cook stove and outhouse style restrooms. Guests were soon engulfed in Lola's warmth, charm and elaborate meals. To say that a visit to the ranch was memorable is an understatement. Due to Bert and Lola's hard work, extensive creativity and love and devotion to family and friends, many have experienced joy. Lola is survived by her husband of over 71 years, Bert, her three children, numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and extended family. She was preceded in death by her siblings, Verl, Vern, Helen, and LaVelle. A celebration of life is planned for the summer of 2009 at Buzzard Gulch. Arrangements are under the direction of Taylor's Family Chapel.