Ella O’Bryan-Smith,84, passed away on Friday, December 27,2024.
Born in Bristol, she was the daughter of Cullen and Nina O’Bryan and grew up on the family farm in New Haven. She attended the local elementary school and graduated from Beeman Academy in 1958, where she excelled in basketball. In 1962, she graduated from Castleton State College with a B.S. in Education.
Ella started her teaching career with thirty-nine first graders. She spent most of her teaching years in the Orange North Supervisory Union. Her love of teaching earned her the UVM Outstanding Teacher Award in 1984.
She enjoyed golfing, making quilts and spending time with family and friends.
Ella is survived by her husband of 20 years, Charles Smith; her children,
Robin(David)Martineau, Scott(Cindy) Hayden; her grandchildren, Josh(Christy) Martineau, Claudia(Matt)Burnham, Denay(Justin)L’Ecuyer, Mackenzie(Nick)McNiffe; her great grandchildren, Calvin, Quinn, and Deacon. His children Christine(Bob) Smith, Keith Smith, Raymond “Buzz” Smith; his grandchildren, Jesse, Chase, Retta Smith, Mariah Achziger, Samantha. Chelsie, and Melissa; his great grandchildren, Amber, Carlie, Danny, Jaxson, Havey, and Capri; her brother Charles(Cheryl) O’Bryan.
The graveside service to honor and celebrate her life will be held in late spring. There are no calling hours.
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So sorry to here about the passing of one of my favorite O’Bryan cousins. She carried that O’Bryan name so proudly. Our hearts go out to all of her close and extended family. Please keep me in touch with any celebrations of her life.
We will miss Ella and her smile and loving ways. We know that she is singing in heaven now with the angels.
Pray the Lord will comfort you all.
We will miss Ella and her smile, hugs, and loving ways. She was a joy to know. She loved Jesus and singing so we’re sure she’s singing with the angels now.
Pray the Lord will comfort you all.
We will miss you cousin Ella! Enjoyed getting to know you! Sorry for your loss Charlie! God bless and may he help heal your pain. Our sympathy and prayers.