Maryann Smith Obituary

My lovely cousin I will always remember your kind loving nature and great memories of your visits to me here in Ireland love from Nan

I will never forget her kindness, her sense of humor and her love for the Irish. She brought joy into the lives of those who knew her.

I will never forget you. You were loyal, kind, thoughtful and I was blessed to have you as a friend. You had a wonderful Irish sense of humor. I know you are in heaven making the angels laugh.

I think of you often Mary Ann and include you in my prayers. I can't believe it has been five years. I miss your kindness, your quick wit and your wonderful smile. You touched the lifes of so many of us and you will not be forgotten. I am blessed in having known you.

Dear Bob and Family,
I was just thinking about her last week. I am so sorry for the loss you and your family must now face. She was such a unique person. Always upbeat even as she battled this disease these long and many years. She fought the good fight and in many ways, beat the odds. She lived an exemplary life and taught all those who knew her how to live, but more importantly, through her courage, humor, and acceptance of God's plan - she taught us how to die.

I will pray for your family at this time. I knew her in high school but lost touch over the years. I will always remember her great smile. God bless Barbara Connolly

Dear Bob and family, Margaret and I extend our deepest sympathy to you all on Maryann's passing. We remember her cheerfulness at the chapel Christmas parties, even during her illness. We are keeping you all in our prayers.

Bob and Family

Pat and I sent our deepest sympathy to you on Mary's passing. May she rest in peace.

Jim & Pat Kehoe, Naples, Fl

Maryann, I have such wonderful memories of all of us getting together after school sharing stories and ALWAYS lots of laughs. You have touched so many lives and will never be forgotten. Your legacy will continue in the memories of all who had the pleasure to know you.

All the Ahern's of Skokie days past wish
the Gorman Family God's grace to help you through this loss.
Respectfully,
Bob Ahern

Dear Bob,
I am so happy Kate and I had the opportunity to visit back in January. It was like old times, lots of laughs and talking about all the fun times at De Paul and I.C.

How blessed we were to have Mare in our lives-and for so many years! what memories we have of those years filled with laughter and good times. Most of all, we were given gifts of Mare's GREAT sense of humor,compassion, acceptance, her kind heart & her loyal friendship. She was an example to all what Faith could get you through. She never lost sight of that through her long, long battle...nor did she lose her sense of humor. She taught others through her battle..lessons we will take with us through our lives and challenges.
Bob, Maureen and Marty you were her heart and soul. She loved all of you more than life itself..and she always made sure that you knew that. She left a great legacy & was so proud of the three of you. A star will be shining brighter in the sky as she will always be shining down on all of us...watching over us as she did in our lives. Tears come but the sad ones fade...thoughts of Mare will bring happy tears knowing that her battle has ended and she will receive the rewards that she deserves. She will now be back with her Mom & brother Jack..and she was so excited about seeing her "Daddy" that she lost so early in her life.
Till we meet again my dear, sweet friend!
John (Luigi) & Kath

Bob and Family,
Our Deepest Sympathy for your loss,you and the Family are in our Prayers.
Our Love,
Enzo and Sandy Sinopoli

So sad to hear of Maryanns passing she was a lovely lady a cousin and most of all a great friend. My sincere sympathy to Bob Maureen and Marty you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. God bless from Nan her Irish cousin

Dear Bob, Maureen and Marty,

We are so sorry to hear of Maryann's passing. Nothing but good and happy memories of the time we shared at I.C. God be with you and may she forever rest in peace.

Pat & Julie Joyce

Dear ones, Though we knew this day would come, it's still so hard to grasp! Maryann fought such a brave, joy-filled fight, that no one would have been surprised if she outlived us all. What peace and heavenly joy she is experiencing now! We are so sorry that the distance keeps us from celebrating her memory with you, but know that we are praying for you and will always be close in our hearts. With much love, Dianne, Tom, Shannon, and Tommy

MaryAnn rocked big time. God bless you all and strengthen you.

dear bob im sorry about your wife. bob weir rayville la.

Thoughts and prayers for Maryann and family. Unfortunately I am unable to attend the service's but my thoughts will be there.

Do not stand at my grave and weep,

I am not there, I do not sleep.I am a thousand winds that blow;I am the diamond glints on the snow.I am the sunlight that ripened grain;I am the gentle autumns's rain.When you awaken in the morning's hush,I am the swift uplifting rush,Of quiet birds in circled flight.I am the soft star that shines at night.Do not stand at my grave and cry.I am not there; I did not die.

Dear Bob, Maureen, Marty, and the Gorman Family.

I am very sorry to hear of MaryAnn's passing.
God needed another angel and he took one of the best today.
MaryAnn was a very special neighbor and a wonderful friend to my Mom, Dad and me.
I know she is in a better place and no longer in pain and cancer free.
I can just see my Mom and Dad making her pizza in heaven and my Dad and her are playing poker.
I will miss her deeply and the laughs we shared.
May all of the wonderful memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.
Please call me if you need anything.
I will keep MaryAnn and all of you in my prayers.
May she rest in peace with God.
I love you Mare until we meet again...
Love, Jo Jo