Jill Smokler Obituary

We announce the death of Jill Smokler of Baltimore, Maryland, born in Boston, Massachusetts, who passed away on June 22, 2026, at the age of 48. Jill will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jill Smokler to pay them a last tribute.

Jill will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Jill will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Jill’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.

She is survived by: her children, Lily, Ben and Evan; her parents, Kathy Epstein of Baltimore and Drew Epstein (Sandy Jacobs) of Swampscott, Massachusetts; her brother Matt Epstein (Bari); her nephews, Maxwell and Gabriel of South Orange; her close friend Julie Bender of Olney, Maryland; and her pet Leo.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The Brain Tumor Network at braintumornetwork.org/donate.