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Michelle Smerz Obituary

Smerz, Michelle L. (nee Bobel) Age 53, late of Manhattan. Beloved wife of Kevin Smerz; Loving mother of Nicole (Bill) Gaynor, Julie (Randy) Dickerson, Angela (Nick) Sly and Elizabeth Smerz; Proud grandmother of McKenzie, Anthony, Seamus and Charlotte; Beloved daughter of Rebecca and the late Joseph Bobel; Dear sister of Michael Bobel and Kim (Tim) Lewis; Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Joliet Area Hospice. A Memorial Mass will held Saturday, 9:30 AM at Incarnation Church in Palos Heights. Hickey Memorial Chapel 815-485-8697.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 19, 2012.

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Barb

December 14, 2013

Our heads are filled with memories of you Shell but our hearts are so broken. We miss you every single day. Love you

January 12, 2013

My beautiful sister,I can't believe your gone so soon from all of us..my heart forever has a missing piece. Memories of a lifetime growing up and then watching our babies grow. I will forever miss you,but find peace knowing I will see you again. My best friend through good and bad who was always there for me no matter what. Love and miss you everday.

Ruth Groark

December 25, 2012

Im so sorry to her of the passing of Michelle. I knew her from the PTA at McCord. She was a great person and im glad i got to know her. May she rest in peace. May her family find strength at this most difficult time.

December 21, 2012

Kevin & Family,
We were so sorry to hear of Shelli's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this most difficult time and always.
Greg & Pam Gervais

Linda Matthews

December 21, 2012

I was so saddened to hear of Michelle's cancer and death last week. I want to offer my deepest condolences to Kevin and the entire family. I worked with Michelle at Dr. Larry Casey's office when I lived in Orland Park (left the area 8 years ago). May she rest in peace in God's arms.

Sincerely, Linda Matthews

Jayla Subramanian

December 21, 2012

Shelly,

I know you are at peace and resting in paradise now but that doesn't change how much everyone misses you. I remember how much fun we would have working at Dr. Ginn's office and that infectious laugh of yours. I am so grateful for everything you tought be and just being able to have you a part of my life. I will continue to pray for your daughters and your husband. I love you Shelly, see you in heaven.

December 20, 2012

Shelly, may you be at peace and your light shine on in the people you left behind whom loved you so. I pray for your family and hope they find comfort in the memories they have of you. God bless you.

Nikki Lechel

December 20, 2012

So very to the entire Smerz family on the loss of their mom and to Mr Smerz on the loss of his dear wife. She will always be remembered as one of the happiest women I have ever met. Hopin you will find comfort in knowing she is no longer suffering and now living cancer free with many other angels! You are all in the thoughts of many in this time of need.

December 20, 2012

I will forever remember your smile and your laugh, the way your eyes lit up when you spoke of your daughters and grandchildren. How you would tell me to "just keep swimming" when I was having a bad day. You were a pillar of strength and courage. May the Lord wrap you in his arms for you are at peace. Love you Shell! Until we meet again at Heaven's gate....

December 20, 2012

We are so sorry to hear about Michelle
our thoughts and prayers are with her family.

December 20, 2012

Biz-
Thinking of you and your family with love and prayers.
The Denny Family

December 20, 2012

We welcomed a bright new star to our cosmos. Dr. Cooper,Dr. Hofstadter, Dr. Koothrappali and MR. Wolowitz

December 19, 2012

We are all going to miss Aunt Shelly so much it can't be expressed with one hug. It will be many hugs over a very long time."I'm gonna need a proper hug!" Love, Steve Monika Rachael Zachary Ethan and Savannah

Kathleen Grohn-Faille

December 19, 2012

I'm so sorry to hear about Michelle's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

The Grebic Family

December 19, 2012

Biz, Julie, and Family,

We are so sorry for your loss.

December 19, 2012

May the God of all comfort and tender mercy be with you in the days ahead.

December 19, 2012

Your family is in my tjoughts and prayers

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