Joseph Bernard Smith Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Joseph Bernard Smith (Highland, Indiana), born in Hammond, Indiana, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Joseph left this world on December 5, 2025 at the age of 89, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He is survived by: his wife Patricia M Smith; his sister Mary Nalepa; his grandchildren, Robyn Vukelich, Ryan Vukelich, Ashley Doolin, Michael Trombley, Jaydon Vukelich, Kyle Vukelich, Finn Doolin and Mila Doolin; his siblings-in-law, Theresa Stevens, Eleanor Korkos, Joseph'Joe'Pala and Alex'Al'Pala; and his nieces and nephews, Nicole Nalepa, Madalena Hoover, Paul Korkos, Warren Stevens, Jimmy Stevens, Joseph Pala (Joey) and Shawn Pala.
In lieu of flowers, please feel free to make a donation in his honor to the American Legion Post 485 located at 7485 Burr St Schererville, IN 46375-3343 or any other veteran charity of your choice.
