James E. Smith's obituary , Passed away on April 14, 2025 in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

James E. Smith

April 18, 1942 - April 14, 2025 (82 years old)

Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

James E. Smith's obituary , Passed away on April 14, 2025 in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

Funeral arrangement under the care of
William Murphy Funeral Home

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James E. Smith

April 18, 1942 - April 14, 2025 (82 years old)

Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania

James E. Smith Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James E. Smith of Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, whose life came to an end on April 14, 2025 at the age of 82, leaving behind cherished memories. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James E. Smith to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parent Elberta Mae Smith Liggett; his grandparents, Robert J. and Ella Smith; his sister Betty Liggett Betters Corbin; and his niece Roxanne Betters Albanese.

He is survived by: his wife Carole F. Rotuna Ondrusek Smith; his children, Tina M. Ondrusek Gerencser of Clearwater, FL, Deborah A. Ondrusek (Joseph Pfaff), Anthony G. Ondrusek of Baltimore, MD and James R. (Nan Smith); his grandchildren, Samantha, Margaret (Osvaldo), Cate, Adaline, Aaron, Karsten (Angela) and Connor; his great grandchildren, Kurtus and Rio; his brother Ray; his sister-in-law Patty Liggett of New Brighton; and his sibling's children, Jennifer Laracuente, Chuck Betters and Ray Liggett. He is also survived by numerous other nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.

Family wishes in lieu of flowers memorial contributions be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital at 262 Danny Thomas Pl, Memphis, TN 38105.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
William Murphy Funeral Home



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Apr 21

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William Murphy Funeral Home Inc.
349 Adams St, Rochester, PA 15074

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Apr 22

Mass of Christian Burial

St Cecilia R.C. Church
632 Virginia Ave, Rochester, PA 15074

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Apr 22

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St Cecilia R.C. Church
632 Virginia Ave, Rochester, PA 15074

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