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FRED SMITH Obituary
Fred A. Smith, age 92, of Chicago, IL, died peacefully at Christ Hospital on Tuesday, Jan. 12, 2010. Beloved husband of the late Mary Elizabeth; loving father of James (Josephine), Susan (John), Fred (Susan), John (Margaret), Thomas (Diane), Geraldine (Sue), Patrick (Tina) and Kathleen (John); devoted grandfather of thirteen; and great-grandfather of seven. Fred was a generous and thoughtful man, and he was known best by those who loved him as "Poppie". Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 10:15 a.m. from Lawn Funeral Home, 7732 W. 159th St. Orland Park to St. Stephen Deacon and Martyr Church, Mass 11 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations to the L.R.C.A. 8607 Arnold Ave. River Grove, IL 60171. Funeral Info. 708-429-3200. To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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January 16, 2010
Pat, I can't believe I missed the visitation for your dad. Please accept our condolences.
Nancy & Pat Dowd
Bernie La Porte
January 16, 2010
Some of my fondest memories are the times I spent at the Smith's when I was young. "Ma" and "Poppie" always made me feel welcome. Mr. Smith always had a smile, a warm greeting and almost always a joke to make you laugh. He also made the best long johns I've ever tasted. My sympathy to Jim, Sue, Fred, Chico, Tom, Ger, Pat and Kitty. He was one of the finest people it has been my privilege to have known
Bob Condon
January 15, 2010
I am very sorry to hear about Poppie passing. He was one of the nicest parents of all of our friends. My condolences are with all of you.
Pat and Mike Borowiak
January 15, 2010
Marge and Chico were our neighbors when we lived in Franklin Park and have continued to be our good friends for many years now. We've seen Chico's dad at their house for many occasions, and he always had a warm smile for everyone. Our sympathies to Chico and his entire family.
Patrick (Lefty) Collins
January 15, 2010
My Condolences to all of you. Although it's been many years, I will always remember your dad for his kindness and warm smile. I spent many an hour in your home and I am grateful to have known your father.
January 14, 2010
I'm sorry for your loss. Mr.Smith was a kind man, I remember many times at the Smith household growing up. Your in my prayers.
Stuart McIntosh
The Spiritual Care Dept. St. Margaret Mercy Hospital
January 14, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
January 14, 2010
Dear Fred,
To both you and your family/families, our sincere sorrow for the loss of you Father. From the stories you have told, I am certain, Fox's Pub will miss his chipper face this year.........
Many blessings,
Mark Milkint and Ray Saleh
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