Margaret Jane Smith

Margaret Jane Smith, born February 20, 1939, passed away peacefully at home on April 29, 2025. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to William Woodbury Ford and Jane Elizabeth (Croyle) Ford, Peggy grew up in Glenshaw, graduating from Shaler High School, Carnegie Institute of Technology (BFA), and the University of Michigan (MA). She later attained an MBA from Rutgers Newark. Peggy was a devoted mother and homemaker who pursued artistic endeavors in a variety of media. She was active in many community organizations and activities including organizing her 60th high school reunion in 2017. Peggy is survived by her loving husband of 62 years, Dean Leroy Smith, Jr., son Milton (and wife Diane), daughter Julia “Julie” (and husband Murray Thompson), and grandson Ethan Thompson. She also is survived by her brother Robert William Ford, MD, (and wife Karen) of Allison Park. In Glenshaw, friends will be received from 10 to 11 am on May 8 at Bock Funeral Home, 1500 Mount Royal Blvd., followed by interment at Mount Royal Cemetery. A memorial service and virtual reception are being planned for a later date. To leave an online condolence, visit GrayFuneralHomes.com. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Watts Mountainside Community Foundation.