Eileen Smith

Eileen Smith obituary, Emmaus, PA

Eileen Smith

Eileen Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Schmoyer Funeral Home on Jan. 28, 2026.
Eileen (Van Syckle) Smith, 82, of Emmaus, passed away peacefully on Monday January 26, 2026, in her home. She was the companion of John F. Hartzog, with whom she shared many years together. Born in Phillipsburg, NJ, she was the daughter of the late Harry J and Lucy (Casciano) Van Syckle.

Quakertown Hospital and lastly at Patient First. She loved nature, animals, especially her cat, dancing and shopping. Eileen was a mastermind of cryptograms, jigsaw puzzles, and trivia. Eileen loved walking the boardwalk with John at many shore destinations but loved her trips to Cape May, NJ the most.

In addition to her companion John, Eileen is survived by nephews Sean Stiles of Orlando, FL and Jeffery Ludwig of Easton.

Eileen was predeceased by her sisters Carole A. Stiles and Jean Ludwig.

In keeping with Eileen's wishes her body was donated to further the education of others.

Memorial contributions may be made to Eileen's memory to Lehigh Valley Humane Society or PETA c/o Schmoyer Funeral Home, PO Box 190 Breinigsville, PA 18031.

Schmoyer Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

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February 1, 2026

Jennifer Miller Taschler posted to the memorial.

January 29, 2026

Charlee Hoff posted to the memorial.

January 29, 2026

Chantal and Glen Fulton posted to the memorial.

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Jennifer Miller Taschler

February 1, 2026

Eileen and her sweet voice will be missed. My condolences to John and family.
Jennifer-Mull Wealth Management

Charlee Hoff

January 29, 2026

Our prayers and thoughts go to John and Eileen´s family. She & Harry (her cat) were fun & great neighbors. She will be missed. -John & Charlee

Chantal and Glen Fulton

January 29, 2026

We were very saddened to learn of Eileen's passing. She was such a lovely lady, an active member of her community and a strong advocate for justice. We admired her and enjoyed her friendship for many years. She will be deeply missed.

Bonnie Abrams

January 29, 2026

My dear Eileen. Your love for human and animal rights will continue be a legacy. I loved our deep sincere friendship that continued to be focused on our friendship and not the world crisis. We shared working at St Luke´s Hospital and Patient First. But you knew my thirst for traveling as a Fortune 500 staffing employee that took me to a reservation in Montana , Piedmont Hospital Georgia, and other Eastern state university hospitals. I was very glad you found John Hartzog so you wouldn´t be lonely. I will treasure our Saucon Promenade visits.....The Melt....The Cork Pocketbook store....And Barnes and Noble.... Our last call at the Red Lion Inn. What more can I say but you will be surely missed and G-d will be very happy to welcome you in his eternal life.

Lenise Sulin

January 29, 2026

So sorry to hear of Eileens passing. She was a dear friend of my brother, John. My fondest memory of her is when we were at John's having pizza and homemade milkshakes and we were dancing to his jukebox.
She was a sweet lady and always smiling. Her spirit will be dearly missed but always in our hearts.
Lenise Sulin, Johns Lil Sister

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