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Ballif, Emma Smith, 1864-1942, 1864-1942

 Person

Biography

Emma Gurney Smith Ballif (1864-1942) was a mother and early member of the Church.

Emma Gurney Smith was born on Ocotber 19, 1864 to Thomas Smith and Margret Gurney Smith in Logan, Utah. Emma was a soprano and took part in many operas and choirs from a young age. She married John Lyman Ballif on October 20, 1886 and they had at least eight children together. Emma worked to raise her children alone for several years as her husband was called on a mission to France. Emma lived in Rexburg from 1901-1934 where she served in stake Relief Society callings. She passed away on April 4th, 1942 in Logan, Utah.

Citation:
Emma Gurney Smith biographical sketch, via WWW, October 27, 2020 (Emma Gurney Smith Ballif, b. Oct. 19, 1864 to Thomas and Margret Gurney Smith in Logan, UT; sang in operas and choirs; m. John Lyman Ballif Oct. 20, 1886; had at least eight children; raised children while husband served in France; lived in Rexburg from 1901-1934; served in stake Relief Society capacity; d. Apr. 4th, 1942 in Logan, UT.)

Found in 1 Collection or Record:

George S. and Algie E. Ballif papers

 Collection — Multiple Containers
Identifier: MSS 1554
Abstract

Personal and professional papers of Algie and George Ballif including news clippings, awards, certificates, notebooks, correspondence, pamphlets, and miscellaneous items. The bulk of the items are from the years 1960 to 1978. Many items concern George's legal career and Algie's work as a legislator.

Dates: 1911-1984

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