Eleanor Smith Obituary
The family of Eleanor Smith of Decatur, Michigan announces her passing on August 11, 2026. Eleanor, born on October 24, 1937, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Eleanor Smith to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, John Puhl and Elizabeth Puhl (Schnadenberg); her former husband Jack Leighton; her husband Norris Smith; her son Todd Leighton; and her sister Betty Schreuder.
She is survived by: her children, David Smith, Debra Leighton, Teri Vitale (Christopher) and Bruce Smith; her grandchildren, Jennifer (Jason), Jakob (Bri), Lukas (Sally), Alexandra, Kori (Tim), Danielle, Gavin, Masen and McKenzie; and her great grandchildren, Jadyn, Ian, Liliana, Izaiah, Parker, Maddox, Cecelia, Evelyn, Miles and Madalyn.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Centrica Care Navigators, http://www.centricacare.org, Decatur Human Services, 102 S. Phelps St., Decatur, MI 49045 or to a charity of your choice.
