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Barbara Smith Obituary

Barbara Jean Smith (nee Sundquist) Barbara Jean Smith, age 39, was taken from us suddenly on April 21, 2010. She was the loving wife of Erik; beloved mom of Caleb, Colton and Caden; daughter of Gerald Sundquist of Menomoninee, MI and Judy Sundquist of Gladstone, MI, and daughter-in-law of Charlene and Jeffrey Smith of East Lansing, MI; dear sister of Brent Sundquist and Bobbi (Michael) Flynn and sister-in-law of Kyle (Shannon) Smith; and aunt of Faith, Cassie, Autumn, Brendan, Gabriel and Trenton. She is further survived by other relatives and many, many friends. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday April 26 at Good Shepherd Catholic Church, N88 W17658 Christman Rd., Menomonee Falls at 6 p.m. Visitation at the Church from 3 p.m. until time of Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Barbara's boys' education are appreciated. Schmidt & Bartelt, A.A. Schmidt & Sons Funeral and Cremation Services, Menomonee Falls. 262-251-3630 www.schmidtandbartelt.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Apr. 24, 2010.

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May 3, 2010

Erik, I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I pray that God will comfort you through your greiving and healing process.
Jay Haubenstricker

April 29, 2010

Erik, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God's blessings help bring you through this difficult time.
John and Beth Haubenstricker

Craig Hulce

April 27, 2010

Erik and family,
My sympathies for your loss. I have great memories of Erik and Barb from Cub Scouts.

Sandra LeBeau

April 27, 2010

Eric, Caleb, Colton, and Caden,
We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying God's comfort and strength for your family and that you would feel a peace in knowing that you will see your wife and mother again someday...in heaven. May her love live on in your hearts and it be a comfort in knowing just how much she loved you.

All our love,
Sandra, Dan, Lucas and Spencer LeBeau

Alissa (Bails) Estrada

April 27, 2010

Erik-

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I realize its been a long time since we spoke --- but know that you always have a friend here and I'm living right down the road in Brookfield.

katharine van fossen

April 26, 2010

Erik, and Caleb, Colton, and Caden,
I am so very sorry to hear that your mommy had to go to Heaven. I am sure she is looking at you from Heaven and smiling and saying "Boys, stop wrestling." She loved you boys very much. I loved your mommy too, more than as a patient, but as a very good friend. We will all miss her alot.

The Staus Family

April 26, 2010

Our prayers and thoughts are with Erik, Caleb, Colten and Caden. My son Bryce plays baseball with Colten and Coach Erik and we are deeply saddened by your loss. May the Lord help you and your family heal during this very difficult time.

Patty Becker

April 26, 2010

I met Barb last summer when our boys played Little League together. She was always there cheering Caleb on. I was impressed with her dedication to her family and the league. I was shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. Our family has been praying for you all. As the new season begins, I will miss seeing Barb at the games and around the complex. My family and I will be cheering for Caleb like his mom would have done. Our continued thoughts and prayers are with you.

The Becker/Hoferitza Family

Lyle Friesenhahn

April 26, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathy to Erik, Caleb, Colton, Caden and the entire Smith and Sundquist families. Your loss is felt throughout the community as Barb has always been there for us. Our prayers are full of hope and goodness for Erik and the boys and full of thanks for the opportunity to have known such a wonderful person. Barb, rest in peace...see you in heaven.

Ngozi Nwosu

April 26, 2010

My prayers for the entire Smith and Sundquist families. While I did not know Barb well, she was very gracious when we met and I feel much sorrow for the entire family. I wish for you now the peace that only God, good memories and time can bring. God Bless.

Jennifer Vandermissen

April 25, 2010

My prayers are with you and your family. She was like a sister to me growing up and a wonderful friend. We did so much together, I will miss her greatly. May the Lord bring peace to your family along with his strength and guidance,especially in the years ahead for those adorable boys. We love all of you.

The Vandermissen Family

Linda Montez

April 25, 2010

There are no words that anyone can say to ease your pain. Know that others are thinking and praying for you. We are so sorry for your tremendous loss. God bless.The Montez family

Joy Wills

April 25, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. The friendship that we had was very special. I will always be there for you and the boys. Joy

Ken Kwarciany

April 25, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts and prayers of many are with you at this time of sorrow. May the Lord Jesus Christ fill your hearts with peace during this time. God Bless.

Ken, Jenny, & Lily Kwarciany

Anne Wade

April 25, 2010

We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you in your time of loss and grief. God Bless You.

The Wade Family

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