Age 82, late of Homer Glen, passed away peacefully on November 15, 2022 surrounded by his family. Born and raised in Pearl, IL and a resident of Homer Glen since 1962. A 42 year employee of the railroads which included GM&O, Illinois Central and Canadian Pacific. After retiring from the railroads, he worked and retired from driving a bus for the Lemont School District. Additionally, he owned and operated Rosanna's Pizza in Homer Glen with his loving wife, Maxine. He was a 51 year member of the Masonic Lodge and longtime member of the Lockport Moose. In his later years, he enjoyed his time with his family and grandchildren.

Preceded in death by his parents, Thurmon and Margaret (nee Taylor) Smith; his loving wife, Maxine Smith; brother, Carl Smith; brother-in-laws, William Norton and Richard Joslin; sister-in-law, Anna Brierton.

Survived by his children, Don (Katie) Smith and Jennifer Smith; grandchildren, Charlotte and Hayden Smith; brothers, Larry (Molly) Smith and Kevin (Lisa) Smith; sister-in-laws, Patricia Joslin and Phyllis Smith; brother-in-law, Max Brierton; many nieces, nephews and dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, any monetary donations will be donated to Green Pond Cemetery by his family for the purposes of maintenance and upkeep of the cemetery grounds.

Visitation will be held Friday November 18, 2022 at O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport from 10:00am until time of service at 12:00 Noon with Pastor Tammy Scott officiating. Following all services, cremation rites will be respectfully addressed. Inurnment will be held at Green Pond Cemetery in Pearl, IL in the springtime. For Info: (815) 838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com