Doris Hardy Smither, 102, passed away November 11, 2023 in Newport News. Doris was born to Edward and Lena Hardy on January 31, 1921. She will be dearly missed.

Arrangements in care of Cremation Society of Virginia – Newport News Office.

Do not stand at my grave and weep
I am not there. I do not sleep.
I am a thousand winds that blow.
I am the diamond glints on snow.
I am the sunlight on ripened grain.
I am the gentle autumn rain.
When you awaken in the morning’s hush
I am the swift uplifting rush
Of quiet birds in circled flight.
I am the soft stars that shine at night.
Do not stand at my grave and cry;
I am not there. I did not die.