Obituary of K. Ann Smith

K. Ann Smith, 91, of Deerfield Township, passed away Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at Inspira Medical Center in Vineland. Born in Millville to the late Wesley J. Menajlo, Sr. and Mary Pastuck Menajlo she was the wife of the late Ralph Smith. Ann had lived in Deerfield Twp. for the past ten years and prior to that resided in Monroeville. She had owned and operated Fruit Haven Farm along with her late husband Ralph. In her free time she enjoyed landscaping and tending to her yard which she was very passionate about. She also enjoyed playing the piano and the accordion. She was an avid reader and also made all of her own clothing. Ann is survived by a stepson, Robert Smith of Sewell and several nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Wesley J. Menajlo, Jr. and John P. Menajlo and a stepson, James Smith. Graveside funeral services will be held at 10 AM on Thursday, October 22nd at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Rosenhayn where the interment will follow the services. In lieu of flowers the family asks that contributions in Ann's memory be made to the South Jersey Regional Animal Shelter, 1244 North Delsea Drive, Vineland, NJ 08360. Written condolences can be sent to the family through the funeral home website at www.padgettfuneralhomes.com.