Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Brooklawn Funeral Home - Rocky Hill

511 Brook Street

Rocky Hill, Connecticut

Tema Smeyne Obituary

Tema Smeyne, 86, of Jupiter Florida, passed away on September 9, 2025 in Connecticut. Tema is preceded in death by John Smeyne. Devoted mother of Ron Charpentier, mother-in-law of Willie Charpentier and grandmother of Benjamin, Mallory and Mackenzie and great grandmother to Malachi and Josiah. Tema is survived by her companion of 19 years, Ed Gerstien. Children of Ed are Shari Kelleher, Mindy Spencer and Michael Gerstein and his grandchildren Sarah, Jordan, Matthew, Samantha, Lily and Jed. Private funeral service held at Forest lawn Central, Fort Lauderdale. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to Jupiter Medical Center, Jupiter, FL.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by WFSB on Oct. 20, 2025.

Memories and Condolences
for Tema Smeyne

Not sure what to say?





2 Entries

John Abosch

October 25, 2025

Ed, Ron and Willie
Susan and I and our entire family send our condolences on the passing of our life long friend Tema. We share in your grief

Luke E. DiMaria and the Staff of Brooklawn Funeral Home/Giuliano-Sagarino

October 20, 2025

We extend our deepest sympathies at this time and thank you for entrusting us with the care of your loved one.



Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Showing 1 - 2 of 2 results

Make a Donation
in Tema Smeyne's name

Memorial Events
for Tema Smeyne

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Brooklawn Funeral Home - Rocky Hill

511 Brook Street, Rocky Hill, CT 06067

How to support Tema's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Tema Smeyne's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more