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Emilie A. Smyrlian

1946 - 2016

BORN

1946

DIED

2016

Emilie Smyrlian Obituary

Emilie A. Smyrlian, Reading MA & Naples FL on November 3rd, 2016. Devoted wife of Leo Smyrlian for 42 years, loving mother of sons, Gary Smyrlian and his wife Alicia of Wakefield, MA and Ben Smyrlian and his fiance Emily Lavoie of Manchester, NH: proud grandmother (Memere) of Mia and Zoey. Beloved sister of the late brothers, Paul Bonin, Louis Bonin, and Phillip Bonin and sisters Anne Bonin and Alice Samatis. Emilie is survived by her sister-in-law Marie Geranian of Key West, FL; her brother Peter Bonin of the Philippines; sister-in-law Emelie Bonin of Foxboro, MA; sister Jeanne Bradley of North Conway, NH; sister Cecile Zielinski and her husband Robert of Newburyport, MA: brother Thomas Bonin and his wife Cheryl of North Conway, NH; sister Marie Folan-Escott and her husband John of Cottonwood, AZ; brother Pastor Ray Bonin of the Church of Transfiguration in Derry, NH; and her baby sister Jacqueline Gulezian and her husband Bobby of Haverhill, MA. She is also survived by 34 loving nieces and nephews. Emilie attended Lynn English H.S. and graduated from Merrimack College with a BA and went onto become a teacher. She taught English at North Reading Junior High School for 26 years. While in college she was awarded a member of Outstanding Young Woman of America; participated in the Glee Club and had a solo at Fort Dix, N.J. She also sang beautifully at each of her siblings weddings. Upon graduation she received the Royalty Award from Merrimack College. Emilie had a number of hobbies, which included, writing poetry, inventing items for which she was able to receive a patent for one. She was an avid reader, enjoyed crossword and jigsaw puzzles, traveling, and spending time with her family. She battled and took on life with grace and a positive attitude no matter what she was dealt. She inspired all. In lieu of flowers please donate to the HSP foundation at the University of Miami HSP Study, PO Box 091932 M-860, Miami, FL 33101.

Published by The Reading Advocate from Nov. 8 to Nov. 16, 2016.
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Leo, Gary and Ben,
I was so sorry to hear of Emilie's passing.
We had so much fun at the boys baseball
games. She had the best sense of humor
and always made me laugh.
I apologize for my late notice, but I just
found the obituary.
Please know you are in my thoughts and
prayers,,
Susan Craven

Susan Craven

December 1, 2016

Our hearts go out to your family in this time of sorrow. May your precious memories of happy times together help to ease the pain. May God comfort your hearts and give you peace. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

DT

November 17, 2016

To the entire Bonin family - I had the pleasure of having Miss Bonin as my first English teacher in Jr. High. She left a mark on my heart with her kindness, acceptance, and courage. I then went on to be able to call her a colleague when I took a job at the Jr. High and got to know her and was proud to call her friend. My condolences to all.
Daryl Arsenault
NRHS Class of 1977

Daryl Arsenault

November 11, 2016

My deepest condolences and my prayers are with you and everyone in the family.

Joe Bonin

November 5, 2016

Deepest sympathy and love to all of Emilie's family. I remember her beautiful smile and the stories my Mom shared of her enduring strength.
My heart goes out to all of you.
Love,
Judy Maes Mooney (cousin)

Judy Maes Mooney

November 5, 2016

Dear Leo, Gary and Ben
We are so sorry ,our thoughts and prayers are with you all. So happy to have been Emilie's neighbor for so many years, and for all the wonderful memories of our children playing and growing up together.
Love the Grande's

November 4, 2016

How deeply saddened I am to hear of the loss of Emilie. She was so beautiful outside and inside. My condolences to her loving family.JoAnn (Gaudet) Houlihan

JoAnn Houlihan

November 4, 2016

Dear Aunt Emilie,
So thankful you were in our lives, we will always remember your welcoming and kind spirit. My mom always talked about you fondly and enjoyed your visits. I only wish we could've visited more than we did. We will miss you but I know your with God now and we'll see you again very soon, love always, your niece Michelle and family

November 4, 2016

My sister Emilie was so funny and full of grace. Her optimism was contagious and we all followed her lead. I saw our Mom in a dream take her to heaven. I don't know what we will do without her, it was way to soon. There are no words to describe the sorrow for all of us left behind. Love you so much my dear sister.
Marie Escott Folan
AZ

November 4, 2016

My deepest sympathy to all Emilie's family. When I think of Emelie, I think of the family home in Byfield the walks in the field, and all the laughter and fun as kids. She was an amazing cousin who will be truly missed by all.

Linda (Bonin) Towey

November 4, 2016

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Emilie's family and all those who knew and loved her.
John & Evelyn Walsh

November 4, 2016

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