Adria Smentek Obituary
Age 75 of Inver Grove Heights, MN
Passed away peacefully on November 30, 2025.
Born May 1, 1950, in Saint Paul, MN. Lifelong resident of Inver Grove Heights and longtime employee of District 199.
Preceded in death by parents, Leonard & Helen Waldock.
Survived by loving husband of 53 years, Larry; children, Jeff (Kirstin), Joe (Katie), Amy (Matt) Klein & Jed (Michelle); grandchildren, Jeffrey, Liam, Nora, Zoey, Henry, Allie, Kellan, Mairin, Molly & Kaden; sister, Helen Waldock; nephews, Patrick & Cody; also other family & friends.
Adria loved to be with her family. She loved being "Nana" to her ten grandkids. She loved nature, especially the loons and lady slippers up north. She loved staying busy – always multi-tasking with crocheting, knitting, needlepoint. She loved reading. She loved working with kids, reaching out when someone needed a little bit more – love, attention, care. Adria loved unconditionally.
Visitation Open House on Saturday, December 6th from 10:00 am-12:00 noon at Roberts Funeral Home, 8108 Barbara Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN.
Interment Saint Patrick's Church Cemetery, Inver Grove Heights at a later date.
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