GOULDEN-SMITH, Gladys, age 70, after battling cancer for many years, went to sleep peacefully on Friday, January 6, 2012, with her family by her side. Gladys was born in Birchtown, Shelburne, N.S., on March 8, 1941 to the late Warren and Mary Goulden. She is survived by Robert F. Smith, father of their five surviving children: Debbie (Mark) Withrow, Marion; D. Ruth Smith, Marion; Dan (Trisha Holley) Smith, Worthington; Kyleen (Jeff) Blubaugh, Marion; and Bob (Jennifer Wiley) Smith, Marion. Gladys “Gram” is also survived by grandchildren, Robert (Megan) Withrow, Nicholas (Rachel) Withrow, Abbi (John) Osborne, Lyndon Reed-Smith, Lia and Stone Smith, Patrick and Elizabeth Blubaugh, Ellie, Wiley and Sydney Smith and great grandchildren Cameron, Griffin and Aleah Osborne and Jack Withrow. She is also survived by two sisters, Ruth (Jim) Nielsen, Muskegon, Michigan and Juanita (Doug) Nickerson, Birchtown, Shelburne, N.S., as well as nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by two brothers, Warren and Murray. While living in Marion, Gladys was involved with the Marion Chapter of the Muscular Dystrophy Association, serving as vice president at one point. She also chaired the local fundraiser for the development of Marion’s Veteran’s Memorial Park. In the winter months Gram enjoyed making beautiful quilts. She was also an avid gardener and loved spending many hours nurturing her flowers and vegetables and sharing the experience with her family members. She will truly be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing and being loved by her. A celebration of her life was held on Saturday, January 14 at the Boyd-Born Funeral Home in Marion. Donations may be made to the Marion Cancer Society Relay for Life (Grandma’s Angels team).