Florene Smith Obituary
We bid farewell to Florene Smith (Hillside, Illinois), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on May 24, 2025 at the age of 91. Florene touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Florene Smith to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her husband Samuel Smith; her children, Zellorine McMurtry and Lois Jean Smith; and her parents, Walter Johnson and Katie Johnson.
She is survived by: her children, Earlene Hughes (Charles), Samuel E. Smith (Dawn), Ernest J. Smith and McKinley Smith; her grandchildren, Shannon, Terrence, Trinette, Nicole, Sam Lee, Leona and Sharice; her great grandchildren, Selena, Joe, Jordan, Nevaeh and Sariyah; her siblings, Earlene, Celia, Bennie and Melvin; and also, Walter Jr., Robert Lee, Eddie and Jimmie.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, June 8th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Russo's Hillside Chapels (4500 Roosevelt Rd, Hillside, IL 60162). A burial will be held on Monday, June 9th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the same location.