A resident of Alameda, Wanda was born in Red Oaks, Oklahoma on January 7, 1936 to the late Gus and Ollie Smith of Chowchilla, CA. She passed away peacefully on July 11, 2008 with her family at her side. She is survived by her loving husband, Robert of 51 years. She is also survived by daughters Brenda Piro and Barbara Arbios, Son-in-laws, Vince Piro and Max Arbios, Grandchildren. Frank Piro, Jennifer Piro, Robert Piro, Richard Quinn, Rachel Arbios and Hannah Arbios. She worked as a production controller at NAS, Alameda. She was a devoted and loving wife, mother and grandmother. She will be deeply missed by her family and friends. The family will hold private services per Wanda’s request. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to: Sutter VNA Hospice, 1900 Powell St., Suite, 300, Emeryville, CA 94608 Greer Family Mortuary 510-865-3755
Published in the Bay Area News Group publication on 7/18/2008