Lucy Rose
Smerlinski
Lucy (Szymczak) Smerlinski “Smerl”
Lucy Rose (Szymczak) Smerlinski, devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, entered into eternal life on Sunday, December 29 at the age of 96 at St. Camillus in Milwaukee. She dedicated her life to her family, and her caring spirit will be missed by all who knew and loved her.
The youngest of eight children, Lucy was preceded in death by three brothers and four sisters, as well as her beloved husband Frank (Francis). We take comfort in knowing she and her “sweetie pie” will finally be reunited.
Loving mother to Jan (the late Chuck) Peterson, Judy (Charlie) Owens, Joni (Scott Haines) Kostecki, Mary Jo (Jeff) Welnak, Mark (Renee) Smerlinski, and Marlene (Robert) Fieldbinder. Adoring grandmother to Kris (Don), Andrea (Brian), Scott, Shelly (Matt), the late Angela (Ryan), David, Brian, Kelly (Joe), Denise (Luis), Bethany (Dennis), Becki (Matt), Lauren (Kurt), Danielle (Jonah), Ryan, Ross, and Alie. Great-grandma to more than 20.
Known as the family documentarian and photographer, Lucy will also be remembered for her love of children (especially the babies), gardening, bird watching, cooking, crocheting, traveling, casino trips, card playing, shopping, jazz crooners, Kopp’s frozen custard, and Polish traditions. The Smerlinskis were long-time parishioners at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Milwaukee.
Funeral arrangements are currently pending; anticipated for late March 2025.
Special thanks to the St. Camillus memory care and hospice staff.
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal. Love leaves memories no one can steal. Lucy raised a wonderful family with Frank as evidenced with our good friends Judy & Charlie Owens.
What a beautiful tribute. She raised a remarkable family. Condolences to you all.
What a wonderful neighbor mom as I grew up in the same neighborhood. She lived a wonderful life, Mrs. Smerlinski will be missed. Condolences to the whole Smerlinski Family.
Sue (Tylinski) Gaurke
Condolences. I will keep you all in my prayers during this difficult time.
So sorry for you loss
Giant hugs to you and your family.
Our deepest sympathy to the family… She was a sweet lady and had a great smile