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Earl Smith Obituary
Earl L. Smith, age 88, of Munster, at rest October 25, 2008. Earl leaves to mourn his passing his children: Tara (Kristopher) Bunton, Carl, David Smith, Leeray, Billy and Donny. Proud grandfather and great grandfather of many. Earl leaves to mourn his siblings: Blanche (Harold) Floyd and Linda (Harold) Simpson. Earl is preceded in death by his wife, Lillian Smith; sisters: Geraldine Erb and Norma Denby; brothers: Robert and Donald Smith. Earl retired from Indiana Harbor Belt with 34 years of services. Earl proudly served his country during WWII in the US Army as private. Family and friends may gather on Wednesday, October 29, 2009 from 2:00-8:00 p.m. at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home, 8178 Cline Ave., Schererville, IN. Funeral services Thursday, 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Earl will be laid to rest with full military honors at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens, Schererville, IN. 219-365-9554.
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Tara Bunton
November 4, 2008
Hi dad,
Todays another day. It's getter harder already; to know that your actually gone forever. I know it's not,but it seems to be unreal. I hope god held his arms wide open for you. Why wouldn't he. You were awesome in so many ways. He knows that. I wish we could go back and have some coffee together once more. Every morning I think of you when i'm brewing a pot. I miss you so very much with each passing day. You are in my prayers and my dreams. I love you....talk again tomorrow.
Tara Bunton
November 2, 2008
How are we today? I hope spirits are flying high. I can't say this is easy, but definitely challengeing. You said; you wanted us to party so I to celebrate your life everyday. I miss you more than my words can express. Feeling your presence is the only thing keeping me going. Thanks so much....love you
Tara Bunton
November 1, 2008
Dad.....
I miss you more and more every day here on this horrible planet. I think of what our future would have been, if you hadn't past so soon. I wish that we would of had more time to get to know each other,and love each other. I know there's alot of unanswered prayers. But I know mine were answered. You left me to soon, but loved me all this time so it eases the pain. Your smile still lingers in my heart. Your love lingers in my soul. You've only been gone a few days,even though it seems like eternity. I keep expecting the phone to ring,and your voice be on the other line. I'm sorry I took things for granted,and wish so much I could take back time. But I know what my future holds; Going on with my life like you wished. Being happy because you wanted me too! Love more because you showed me how! Forever and always you are my daddy. I love you. I miss YOU, and can't wait to have your presence surround my heart once again!
Stan/Betsy Potter
October 31, 2008
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Richard and Viola
October 28, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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