She was born June 19, 1943 in Terre Haute, the daughter of Oscar and Gladys Clawson Smith.
Survivors include: four sons, Raymond Bixler and Brian Bixler, both of Linton, Aaron Bixler of Terre Haute and Curtis Bailey of Missouri; two sisters, Joan Stevens and Betty Roberts, both of New Jersey; and five grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Richard Shafer; a brother, Leo Smith; and a sister, Lillian.
There will be no visitation or funeral service. Cremation is scheduled.
Newkirk's Funeral Home in Dugger is in charge of arrangements.
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