Service Details
FRIDAY, JANUARY 25, 2019
VISITATION : 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
MILITARY HONORS SERVICE: 6:00 p.m.
DRAEGER-LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY
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Memorials have been suggested to Montello Care Center (251 Forest Ln, Montello, WI 53949) or Meals on Wheels of Marquette County.
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WESTFIELD, WI (formerly of Racine) – William G. Smith, 69, passed away at Ascension All Saints on Saturday, January 19, 2019.
He was born in Portage, WI on March 7, 1949, the son of the late George W. and Grace A. (nee: Huebner) Smith. He graduated from William Horlick High School in 1967. After graduation Bill served his country with the U.S. Army. He later served 27 years with the National Guard.
Bill retired as a mail carrier after 37 years with the U.S. Postal Service. He enjoyed hunting, cheering for the 49ers and living in “Up North” Wisconsin where he could take long walks on his 10 acres of wooded property and enjoy the peace and quiet with his best friend and companion, Katie, his beloved dog. They also enjoyed going for long country rides and getting treats for the both of them.
He is survived by his children, Megan (Jason Ruggles) Smith, Rachel (Matt) Marsolek both of Racine, Michael (Jessica) Smith of Milwaukee; his grandchildren, Nathan (April Pischke) Smith of Racine, Devin Smith of Milwaukee; his great grandson, Noah Smith; his sister, Patrice (Uncle Craig) Lanouette; his nephew and niece, James (Rebecca) Lanouette, Kelli (Rick) Stein all of Racine and cousin, Robert (Sue) Long of Westfield; and many other relatives and friends. Bill was also preceded in death by his former wife, Sue Ellen Aiello and parents, George and Grace Smith.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Friday, January 25, 2019 for a visitation from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. A military honors service will follow at 6:00 p.m. Memorials have been suggested to Montello Care Center (251 Forest Ln, Montello, WI 53949) or Meals on Wheels of Marquette County.
Anonymous says
My heart is breaking for all of you. He was the best so many great memories RIP Smitty 😘💔😢
Lynda & Tim Kruse says
My heart is breaking for all of you. Your Dad was the best. I’ll cherish all of my memories. RIP Smitty 😘💔😢
Al & Michelle Krysiak says
Smitty, you were One of a Kind!! May you Rest In Peace. You will surely be missed.
Deanna and Fred Trevino says
We are so sorry to hear of your loss! It’s hard losing a loved one. We wish you all strength during this difficult time! Hugs!
Cyndi Phillips says
RIP Smitty. You always made the workplace more enjoyable. My sincerest condolences to the Smith family.
~Rhonda & Keep Sake~ says
God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be.
So he put His arms around you and whispered “come to me”…
Continue to enjoy ALL the pie, doughnuts, and V-8 juice your heart desires my friend… 😇💚💜💛🙏
Tom and Colleen Ynclan says
Tom and I are so sorry for your loss. Your Dad always made me laugh. He had a great sense of humor. He was too young to go. I just lost my brother in law too. He was only 71. He’s at rest now and out of any pain.
Petronilo Garcia Jr. says
Sorry hear about your loss I only meet him a few times but he was pretty cool person I’m sure he will be missed
Bobbie/Beverly Reynolds says
Smith family, sorry for your loss
Morris Benitez Las Vegas Nevada says
BILL, REST IN PEACE—GO BEAVERS!
Ravn Williams says
I hope your “ old time shows” are just as good in heaven as they were here on earth..may we watch them together again soon. your a good man! RIP
Anonymous says
Tried but not posting soo sorry my friend🙏😇😞🙏
Kathy Lonergan says
Dear Patrice –
So very sorry for your loss. We have so many good memories from childhood. Bill was a great person and so much fun.
Dan Lonergan says
Dear Patrice, I ‘m so sorry for your loss. Bill will be remembered for his humor and laughter. I will always remember the good times we all had together.
Lamont says
When I was younger he was our mailman He was one of those cats it would look out for the neighborhood And working beside him was an honor
James T Meyers says
Bill was an outstanding Man, a great carrier,and funny. Even thru I was not a carrier but a mail handler, I remember him well. Sorry for your loss.
Jim Poplawski says
Deepest Sympathy on your loss.
Jim & Rose Poplawski