Charles E. Smith Jr. Obituary

We bid farewell to Charles E. Smith Jr. (Gurnee, Illinois), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 11, 2024 at the age of 63. Charles touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was loved and cherished by many people including: his wife Leonora Gorospe Smith; his children, Michelle Meyer and Michael Smith (April); his grandchildren, Dana, Gavin, Addison, Alexander and Brady; his mother Norma Fortado; his siblings, Geri Howard (Mike), Tammy Howard, Cinda Fryman, Kristine Piiparinen (James), Sam Fortado and Brett Smith; and his father Charles Smith, Sr.. He was also cherished by many nephews, nieces, and cousins.

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Tue

Dec 17

Visitation

Marsh Funeral Home
305 N Cemetery Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

Wed

Dec 18

Funeral service

St Paul the Apostle Church
6401 Gages Lake Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031

Wed

Dec 18

Burial

Ascension Catholic Cemetery
1920 W Buckley Rd, Libertyville, IL 60048

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