Norma Ruth Smith
October 4, 2025

NORMA RUTH SMITH: Passed peacefully on October 4, 2025.

Norma Smith, a beloved daughter, wife, mother, grandmother, artist, and businesswoman, grew up in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, the cherished daughter of Phillip and Esther Sattentstein.

From an early age, Norma exhibited a rare blend of creativity and business savvy. She channeled her artistic talents and flair for fashion into two successful boutiques in downtown Pittsburgh; The Oliver Shoppe and The Mamz'elle Shop, both of which became beloved local fixtures.

Together with her devoted husband, David, Norma co-founded D&N Smith Co., a respected management and promotional consulting firm. Their shared vision and dedication left a lasting legacy of professionalism, innovation, and enduring success.

Norma also had a lifelong commitment to charitable causes: actively involved with organizations such as ORT, Hadassah, and the ALS Society - a cause particularly close to her heart.

Above all, Norma was a devoted wife, mother, and grandmother. She was the beloved wife of the late David Edward Smith. Norma is survived by her daughters, Marcee Rae Smith and Brenda Sue Smith, and her treasured granddaughters, Phebe Marion Barnett and Rebecca Hollis Smith. She was preceded in death by her beloved son, Stewart Alan Smith, whose memory she held dearly.

In her later years, Norma made her home in Boca Raton, Florida, where she continued to live with grace, warmth, and a radiant zest for life. She will be remembered for her strength, elegance, generosity, humor, and her deep love for family and community.

Her memory will forever be a blessing to all who knew and loved her.

Friends may meet at Ralph Schugar Chapel, Inc., 5509 Centre Avenue, Shadyside, on Wednesday, October 8, 2025 at 11 AM and then proceed to West View Cemetery of Rodef Shalom Congregation for 12 Noon Graveside Services.

The family will receive guests at The Mansions on Fifth, 5105 Fifth Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15232 immediately following the funeral service. Shiva will be observed on Thursday, October 9, at the home of Norma Smith at St. Andrews Country Club, Boca Raton, from 4 PM to 8 PM, with a Memorial service at 6:30 PM.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in Norma's memory to the Parkinson's Foundation (https://www.parkinson.org/). www.schugar.com

Condolences

My sincere sympathies to Norma's family. I have known Norma all my life as she and my sister Perle were friends since the age of 5. She was beautiful on the inside as well as the outside, and very sweet. Her memory is a blessing to all who knew her. Suzie

Words won’t cover my sorrow Marcee. I amso sorr a to be writing this, and send my deepest condolences to you and Phebe. We were Fri Dr since stroller days. Love from Perle

My condolences to the family weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning . From our select specialty Hospital Family Palm beach it was a joy to meet mrs Norma smith ❤️

Marcee, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can find comfort in all the memories of your time with her.

As a youngster on Wightman St she was a teenager from Wilkins Ave. She was beautiful and very sweet. How time flies. My sympathies to her family. elaine berkowitz