In 1969, Smith helped form the first steering committee of the National Association for the Repeal of Abortion Laws.  In recent years, Smith remained involved with NARAL (NAY'-rahl) Pro-Choice New York.

Her father, Joseph M. Proskauer, served on the New York State Supreme Court and was an adviser to Gov. Alfred E. Smith. Her mother, the former Alice Naumburg, helped found the Euthanasia Society of America, a right-to-die group.

Even after her 102nd birthday, Smith led a regular seminar at a program for retired professionals.  Her son, Anthony Smith, says she died Friday at her Manhattan home.