Marijan Smer Obituary
Marijan Smer, 83, of Hoffman Estates, IL, formerly of Croatia-Yugoslavia, passed away peacefully on September 24th 2025. Beloved father to David (Marla) Smer, Natalie Bandyk (Larry Thompson), William (Heather) Smer, and the late Michelle Smer. Cherished grandfather to Hayden Smer, Jared Smer, Sean Smer, Zachary Bandyk, Jacob Bandyk, Catherine Smer, Abigail Smer, and Ellot Smer. Former spouse of Jane Smer. Adored brother of Rose (Stanley) Augustyniak, and the late Zarko Smer. Longtime employee for Reynolds Metals.
Arrangements entrusted with Chicagoland Cremation Options of Schiller Park, IL.
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