Paulette Lindstrom Smith (Flash) , 70, passed away January 30th, 2023 at home with her family

by her side in Provo, Utah.

Paulette was born April 16th, 1952 in Price, Utah to her parents David and Jeane Lindstrom.

Paulette was the 2nd oldest of 4 children. She attended Hillcrest Elementary, Lincoln Jr. High,

and graduated from Orem High School in 1970. In high school, Paulette did well academically

and also looked forward to gym and music classes and excelled in both. She was active in many

school clubs and participated in the band where she played the clarinet. After graduating from

Orem High School, she attended Brigham Young University on an academic scholarship. She

met her sweetheart, Richard Charles Smith, the summer before she started college and they

were soon engaged. They were married December 18th, 1970 in the Salt Lake City temple and

they were later blessed with 5 children.

Growing up she was active in tennis where she got the nickname "Flash." Some of her other

hobbies include volleyball; playing the harmonica; sewing; crocheting; stained glass; calligraphy

and she always loved a good classic book. She also ran the river with her dad who was a river

guide. She had a love of camping with her family, especially in the Arches; Goblin Valley,

Yellowstone and the Uintahs. She loved attending classic car shows and was always up for the

movies or Mexican food at El Azteca, La Casita or Mi Ranchito.

Paulette worked for North Canyon Family Clinic in Provo, Utah for over 25 years where she

made many lifelong friends. Paulette was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of

Latter Day Saints and served in many church positions. She was preceded in death by her

parents, David and Jeane Lindstrom; her younger brother Don Lindstrom and infant daughter

Sheena Jeane Smith. Survived by husband Rick; daughter Angie Smith Johnson (Ric); Sean

Smith (Heidi); daughter, Shaina Smith; son Dane Smith and several loved pets. She is also

survived by her grandchildren, Brynley; Brooklyn, Addyson, Cameron, Joseph and Toby and

sister Pat Carter (David); sister Pam Nuttal and step-mother, Judy Lindstrom and several nieces

and nephews and cousins.

Paulette made everyone around her feel welcome and could always tell the best stories with a

captive audience. She was down to earth; genuine and patient. She was always sensitive to the

needs of others and was an example of strength and positivity. She was loved by so many.

The family would like to thank the Utah Valley Hospital, Aspen Ridge Rehab and many family,

friends and neighbors who helped care for Paulette. They send a special thanks to the nursing

staff and medical technicians at Utah Valley Hospital's 9th floor.

There will be a memorial open house for family and friends Wednesday, February 8th, from 6pm to 8pm at

the Walker Sanderson Funeral Home (646 East 800 North, Orem).

A graveside service will be held February 9th at the Orem City Cemetery at 12pm (1520 North

800 East). Lunch will follow the graveside service at the Provo City Library ballroom (550 N

University Ave, 3rd floor) where family and friends may gather to visit and share memories.