Our loving friend and mother, Juel Smith Polidori, returned to a brilliant light of peace and love on August 19 due to cancer.
Juel was born July 1, 1931 to J. Albert Smith and Lucille Draney in Murray, Utah. She spent her early years in Midvale with her family. Graduated from Jordan High School in 1949.Mom raised her family in the Willow Creek Country Club area. She enjoyed golfing, bowling and gardening. Mom loved the out-of-doors and frequently traveled to Southern Utah and the Tetons-"her favorite place on planet earth!" She had a great love and respect for nature. She found much joy in the simple pleasures of life. Juel was also involved in the Syda Yoga Foundation.
Mom, your smile, laugh and gentle nature will live in our hearts forever along with many precious memories...Your children.
Survived by children, Gia Sampson (Bobby), Tony Polidori, Lisa Young (Kurt); granddaughters, Candace, Ashley, Alexa, Aarika; best friend, Kitty Overall (Jim); sister, Jackie Jeffries (Butch); brother, Draney Smith (Sondra); ex-husband Joe Polidori (Irene); in-laws, Joe Sr. and Edythe Polidori. Also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by her parents.
A sincere thank you to the Overall family, especially Kitty, for sharing your home, love and compassion to our mom. Thanks to all visitors and Cathy Seegers (hospice nurse.)
Juel's cremains will be returned to a special place. A gathering will be held Monday, August 23 from 7-9 p.m. at the Larkin Sunset Gardens Mortuary, 10600 South 1700 East, where all are welcome. A further celebration will be held Tuesday, August 24, 10 a.m. at the Crescent 24th Ward, 89 East 11000 South in Sandy.
In lieu of flowers donations in her name can be made to: Humane Society of Utah, P.O. Box 573659, Murray, Utah 84157-3659 or The Syda Yoga Foundation, P.O. Box 600, South Falsburg, New York 12779.
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