In loving memory of

Paula Vee Smith
December 19, 1946 - September 18, 2022

Paula Vee Smith
Rochester: Passed away on September 18, 2022. Paula is predeceased by her parents, Paul Smith and Vee Minard. She is survived by her sister, Lynn Smith; many loving cousins and dear friends.

Paula was the former Director of the Monroe County Library System. She was an active member of the Greece Historical Society and the Cinephile Society. Paula loved animals and supported Lollypop Farm, the Verona Street Animal Society and Seneca Park Zoo.

Paula's life story will be shared during visitation on Wednesday, September 28th from 3:00-4:00 pm, followed by her funeral service at 4:00 pm at the funeral home, 1411 Vintage Lane. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Paula's name to the Verona Street Animal Society, 184 Verona St. or donate now at www.vsas.org.

Tributes

Lollypop Farm wrote on Oct 6, 2022:

"Our thoughts are with Paula's family and friends at this sad time."

Jennifer Ries-Taggart wrote on Oct 3, 2022:

"Paula was my first boss when I became a FT librarian @ Central back in 1998. I was so green and she was so experienced (and patient with me). I learned so much from Paula. I remember her with affection and great respect. Jennifer Ries-Taggart"

Janice Burch wrote on Sep 26, 2022:

"Lynn, I worked for Paula for several years and she always talked about you with great love and admiration. She always looked forward to her visits with you. She was very dedicated to her work, but put her family first. I am so very sorry for your loss. Janice Burch"

Deb Nevin wrote on Sep 25, 2022:

"One of my favorite memories of Paula was when one of the TV stations called right as we were closing looking for a picture of someone from an old yearbook. As we went up the elevator to Local History, she made a comment that we probably didn't have that year. My response to her became our catchphrase to each other whenever faced with a difficult task---"come on Paula, work with me!" She would always smile at our inside joke when she said it. Paula, you were a classy lady with a great sense of humor."