Ted Smith Obituary
The memory of Ted Smith of Normal, Illinois, who passed away on May 10, 2026 at the age of 94, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. 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 Ted Smith to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Ted is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Ted's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Loy C. Smith and Ora May Smith (Palone); and his siblings, Howard, Harold, Jerry Smith and Wanda Adams (Smith).
He is survived by: his children, Ted Gary Smith of Illinois and Janice Smith-Matteson (Bob Matteson) of Aurora, IL.; his grandchildren, Jackson Matteson and Sara Matteson of Aurora; and his wife Delores Jean "Girlie" Strobel.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Carmody Flynn Funeral Home (1800 Eastland Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704). A funeral service will be held on Saturday, September 26th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
