George E. Smith Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on April 15, 2026 in Waterloo, Illinois

George E. Smith Jr.

June 14, 1939 - April 15, 2026 (86 years old)

Waterloo, Illinois

George E. Smith Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on April 15, 2026 in Waterloo, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Quernheim Funeral Home

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George E. Smith Jr.

June 14, 1939 - April 15, 2026 (86 years old)

Waterloo, Illinois

George E. Smith Jr. Obituary

The world bids farewell to George E. Smith Jr. of Waterloo, Illinois, born in Belleville, Illinois, departing on April 15, 2026 at the age of 86. George leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of George E. Smith Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, George E. Smith and Anita Smith; and his sisters, Carol Keller and Audrey Frierdich. He is survived by: his wife Jeanette Marie Smith; his children, George E. Smith (Sharon), Denise Read (David) and Allison Englander (Mike McNamee); his grandchildren, Nathan Read, Matthew Read, Claire Englander and Chloe Englander; his sister Rita Fournie; and his siblings-in-law, Todd Keller (Rosie), Richard Acker (Uta) and Darlene Burzynski. He is also survived by nieces; nephews; and cousins.

As an expression of sympathy, the family prefers memorial contributions to: SS Peter and Paul Church - Waterloo, IL.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Quernheim Funeral Home



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Quernheim Funeral Home
800 S Market St, Waterloo, IL 62298

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Apr 18

Funeral Mass

Ss Peter and Paul Church
204 W Mill St, Waterloo, IL 62298

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