Eileen Wrobel Obituary
Eileen was born on January 18th, 1937, in Schenectady, NY, the daughter of Earl and
Ella Mae Smith.
Eileen lived a full and generous life devoted to family, tradition and simple joys of everyday living, like gardening, baking and crafts. She graduated from Walton High School, Bronx, NY. She worked for a short while at Union Carbide in the secretary pool. After marrying Leo Wrobel who predeceased her, she moved to Hamptonburgh, NY where together they built a loving home and raised their family.
She is survived by her children, Richard Wrobel and Linda Shute (Lyle) ; Grandchildren, Melissa Barnao (David), Justin Wrobel, Richard Wrobel (Jen), Lyle Jr, Stephen and Jennifer Shute. She was blessed to have 5 great grandchildren: Audrey, Harper, Elise, Henry and Samantha Wrobel
She is also survived by her brother Robert Smith and many beloved nieces and nephews.
A graveside service and burial celebrating her life will be at Hamptonburgh Cemetery, Campbell Hall, NY.
Arrangements are under the care of the Donovan Funeral Home.
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