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Michael Smith Obituary

Smith, Michael P. age 56, late of Chicago Ridge, joined his Lord and Savior after a long battle with cancer on Wednesday, October 3, 2001. Beloved son of the late Edward (late Susan, nee Landers) Smith, loving husband of Cynthia (nee Sciurba), loving brother of Louise (Michael) Ward, proud uncle of Lisa (Joseph) Heckenkamp, Gregory Ward, Christopher (Elaine) Ward and Richard Sciurba Jr., proud great-uncle of Nicholas and Michael Heckenkamp and Brandyn and Tyler Ward. He leaves behind many loving family and friends who were very supportive to him throughout his battle with cancer. Funeral Services Monday, October 8, 2001, at 10 a.m., at Moraine Valley Church, 6300 W. 127th St., Palos Heights, with Rev. Gary W. Olson, Pastor officiating. Interment private. Visitation Sunday, from 2 to 9 p.m. at the Edgar Funeral Home, 10900 S. Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn. Memorials can be made to the Family or Advocate Hospice. 708-423-1600 or 773-723-0876 Sign Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 7, 2001.

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Robert Kent

February 23, 2005

Dear Michael,

I know we never met while you were here on earth, but I feel like I know you. I've heard such wonderful stories how you touched so many hearts. I do know this you were love by many and are missed each passing day. I want you to know that I could never replace you and I wouldn't try. I do want you to know that I will, till my last dying day, take care of the most beautiful and loving girl we both have been Blessed to love. Yes, Cindi, what a gift she has been. I now know why you loved her so. You have left Cindi with many good memories and we have shared them with each other. Michael you will never be forgotten. I feel as if I did know you. I've shared with Louise, Mike & Cindi the memories and love. The Lords plan is at times hard to understand, but it's something we have to accept. I promise I will love and take the care of Cindi. Thank you for giving Cindi your blessing to allow her to love again.

Rest in Peace, your friend, Bob

Matt Lilly

October 29, 2001

Im Sorry

Ken & Arlene Blackman

October 7, 2001

Our thoughts and prayers are with

Mike's entire family. Please accept

our deepest sympathy.



Ken & Arlene

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