Service Details
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, for a visitation from 3:00 – 4:00 PM.
A service remembering and celebrating Maureen’s life will follow at 4:00 PM.
A private interment will take place at Graceland Cemetery.
Memorial Suggestions
Memorials have been suggested to the American Cancer Society.
RACINE – Maureen A. Smith, 67, passed away at her residence on Tuesday, July 19, 2022.
She was born in Racine on March 3, 1955, the daughter of the late Roy Chris and Mary Jeanette (nee Brown) Smith. Maureen graduated from JI Case High School in 1973.
Maureen retired from WE Energies after 30 years of service. She enjoyed her quiet time gardening in her yard and could always be found with a book in her hands. She loved people and was happiest in the company of her family and friends.
She is survived by her daughter, Jana Rodriguez; her loving partner, Juan Rodriguez, and his son, Antonio Rodriguez; her sisters and brother, Teresa (Bucky) Blaser, Cathleen (Randolph) Rouze, and Ronald C. Smith; her nieces, Kimberly and Elizabeth Rouze; as well as extended family and friends. In addition to her parents, Maureen was preceded in death by her brother, Randall C. Smith.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, for a visitation from 3:00 – 4:00 PM. A service remembering and celebrating Maureen’s life will follow at 4:00 PM. A private interment will take place at Graceland Cemetery. Memorials have been suggested to the American Cancer Society.
A heartfelt thank you to Hospice Alliance for the loving and professional attention Maureen received while under their care.
Patty Young says
No words can express the loss of Maureen aka MO!
Prayers to everyone in the family! Maureen was such a thoughtful and kind person! A wonderful friend who would do anything for you. Maureen I will miss you so much!
Love
Patty
Peggy says
Mo was everyone’s friend and had the best laugh and personality – she was a delight to all who know her. So many friends are saddened by this tragic loss. Deepest condolences to her entire family and the many friends also grieving. Please find comfort in her spirit, her laugh, and the way she loved life.
Sincerely,
Former co-worker and friend from VAPP
CarolAnne Frank says
Dear Katie (Cathleen) and Family,
I was deeply saddened to read of Maureen’s passing. I met Maureen when I was working out at the YMCA. Before we had ever introduced ourselves, Maureen would greet me with a warm smile and a “Hi, how are you?”, whenever she saw me. I could instinctively tell that Maureen was one of those rare people who REALLY wanted to know how you were doing when she asked that question. As a result, we quickly hit it off and spent much time before and during our workouts exchanging stories about our day-to-day lives. Like me, Maureen enjoyed conversing. She was caring, funny, engaging and truly interested in other people.
I will remember Maureen with fondness when I am at the YMCA. Please know that you, Juan and your entire family are in my heart during your time of loss. Sincerely, CarolAnne Frank
Diane Putra says
Jana, I’m so sorry to hear of your mom’s passing. It has been a long time since I saw you, your mom, and your dad when you were at Holy Name School. I’m praying for you and your dad. I’m sure that you have so many great memories that will give you strength to keep going. You now have a special angel in heaven watching over you. Mrs. Putra
Sharon Shelton Williams says
Prayers go to the family .We worked together for 30 yrs.God is good.
Becky Dunham says
Jana – I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. My condolences to the Smith & Rodriguez families. RIP Maureen.
Alex and Jean Skovsted Mandli says
Our sincere condolences to the Smith kids and their families.
Pat Widmaier says
Sending sympathies to the family. I worked with Maureen. She was a fun person to be around, 🙏🏻
Jen and Tony Gutierrez says
So very sorry for the loss of Mo. she was a spitfire!
Brian McManus says
See you on the other side my dear friend. Love you!