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Josephine A. Smith

April 22, 1931 — October 20, 2025

Schererville, IN

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Josephine A. Smith, nee Thomas, age 94, of Schererville, formerly of Dyer and St. John, IN, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20, 2025. Loving wife of the late Eugene J. Smith. Devoted mother of Sandra (Bradley) Snearly-Vosberg, Debbie (Richard) Fielder, and Garret (Susan) Smith. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Matt), Jaclyn (Brandon), Darren (Anne), Lauren (Thomas), and Dennis (Taylor); great-grandmother of Nathan, Nick, Greyson, Garret, Charles, Madelyn, Josie and Emmett. Dearest sister of the late Carol, Mary, Agnes, John, and Bernie. Kind aunt of nieces and nephews.  Preceded in death by her parents Paul and Mary Thomas. Josephine had worked in the banking industry in various departments for many years, she also enjoyed bowling and golfing. Josephine was loved by her family and friends and will be dearly missed.

Visitation Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. until the time of her prayer service 12:30 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/Pleasant Springs Ln.), Dyer, IN, to St. Joseph Catholic Church 440 Joliet St. Dyer, IN, for a 1:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial, with Rev. Terry J. Steffens officiating. Interment Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens Cemetery – Schererville, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to the Charity of your choice. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com

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8178 Cline Avenue, Schererville, IN 46375

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