Michael-Smith-Obituary

Michael Jay Smith

Arlington Heights, Illinois

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Smith, Michael Jay 55, beloved husband and best friend of Jill, (nee Henich), for 27 years; loving father of Nathan and Samantha; cherished son of Shirley and the late Walter Smith and son-in-law of Sandra and the late Peter Henich; dear brother of Dr. Toby (Mark) Perlman and Yale (Alexsandra)...

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Dear Jill : I only just heard the sad news. I am so sorry. I remember Michael well from various school meetings and he was always smiling. I cannot imagine how you are feeling. Love to you and Sami and Nate.

just learned of your great loss. mike was a great man and neighbor, the world, his family and friends will miss him. it was good seeing both of you at ravina during the summer. i will remember mike always as that father who loved his children and wife and whos world was centered around them.

My heart goes out to Michael's family, Shirley, Yale, Toby and all. The attached photo is of he, I, Bob Hausman and Sherry Kolpas at a party in 1975. He and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Dear Jill, Nate & Sami:
There are no words to alleviate the excruciating pain you're experiencing with the passing of your husband and dad. Please know that you are in our heart and we pray that Mike's memory will give you the strength to endure and go forward, as difficult as it is. Our deepest condolences, Sue & Stephanie Lieberman

Sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Shirley and your family.

Jill,

I was so shocked and sorry to hear of the loss of your husband. My prayers are with you and your children. You are such a strong and wonderful women, keep the faith-God will see you through.
Mary Krebs (Concordia University)

Dear Jill, Sami and Nate,
We cannot express the sadness we feel for your loss. We hope your wonderful memories will help you through this very difficult time. Please accept our deepest sympathies and know our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Love, Marcy, Larry & Hillary Teter

Our deepest symphathy to you and your family. May God give your family strength. May your memories carry on threw this tough time. Your family are in our prayers.

Ray & Toni Burl

Jill,
You & Mike are so close to my heart. I love getting together & always thought you had a wonderful family. Mike made this possible with his sensational nature. I will think about Mike forever because I love him. Damn, he's gone.

Nate & Sam,
Your dad was my true friend. He listened to me, consulted with me about my family business & made me feel so good. I will miss him deeply every day because great memories will always remind me how great a man he was. You dad was one of a...