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Celebration of Life Service for James and Nancy Smetana will be held on July 19, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. at Acacia Park Lutheran Church 4307 N. Oriole Ave. Norridge, IL. 708-453-3662 or acaciaparkchurch.com
In lieu of flowers memorials appreciated to Acacia Park Lutheran Church 4307 N. Oriole Ave., Norridge, IL. 60706 acaciaparkchurch.com or Lake Wapogasset Lutheran Bible Camp 1204 74th. Ave., Amery, WI 54001 lakewapo.org
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Jill Clark
April 30, 2025
The world will not be the same without Jim in it. Many years ago, when I met him in an art class at Illinois State, I knew immediately he was extraordinarily special. Jim especially loved writing, art, music and books . . . and I learned so much from him.
Jim is healed and healthy now - reunited with his parents and in the glorious presence of our Lord.
Thank you for everything, Jim. You are so missed.
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