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Clarence Smith Obituary

Smith, Clarence Eugene Age 90, of Chicago, at restApril 4, 2019. Clarence is survived by his partner, NoraWhitford; her son, DavidWhitford; daughter-in-law, Jean; and their children, Katrina and Andrew; Clarence is also survived by his children, Linda Smith (David-Goodnick) and Clarence Joseph "Joe" Smith; his grandchildren, JonathanGoodnick,Alix,and KatieDieterly; his sister, Nancy (the late Robert)Rektorski; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was predeceased by his wives, Betty MaxineKuykendalland Mona Smith; and two children, Lawrence "Larry" Smith and Rose Wallace. Visitation will be held at Lakeview Funeral Home,on Thursday, April 11, 2019, from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at 1458 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL. www.lakeviewfuneralhome.com. (773) 472-6300.Funeral MassFriday, April 12, 2019, at 10:00 a.m.at Our Lady of Mount Carmel, 708 W. Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60657. In lieu of flowers, donations in Clarence's name may be directed toUCPSeguin, ucpseguin.orgor the Salvation Army,salvationarmyusa.org/usn/ways-to-give.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 7 to Apr. 8, 2019.

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Rudy Hernandez

April 10, 2019

My condolences to Nora, family and friends. I'm truly blessed to have had Clarence's Love and Friendship since meeting him in 2005. I will continue to follow his footsteps. May God Bless and Keep you in his Loving Arms.

Love you,
Rudy H.

June 2011 with friends on Sunnyside & Damen

Rudy Hernandez

April 10, 2019

Dancing the Night Away!! November 2017

Rudy Hernandez

April 10, 2019

September 2017 with friends on Sunnyside & Damen

Rudy Hernandez

April 10, 2019

Ellen Bendry

April 10, 2019

My deepest sympathy to the Smith Family,
Clarence will be remembered by so many of us,
He was always kind,positive and a special soul.
May you rest in peace
Ellen

J W

April 8, 2019

My condolences go out to the family and friends. I am so sorry for your loss. Continue to cherish the wonderful memories you had with Clarence. Support one another. And may you receive comfort from our Heavenly Father.
1 Tessalonians 4:14.

A D

April 8, 2019

I am sorry for your loss. May the good memories sustain you until God fulfills his promise at John 6:40. My deepest condolences are with you.

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