Marilyn C. Smith

SAUK CITY/VEROAN - Marilyn Carol Smith, age 61 of Sauk City and Verona, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 9, 2010 at St. Mary’s Hospital, surrounded by her family, which she loved dearly. She was born, January 10, 1948 in Madison, the daughter of Jack and Mary (Maloney) Wardle. She grew up in Madison attending St. James Catholic School and Central High School, graduating in 1966. Marilyn married her childhood sweet-heart Michael C. Smith on October 10, 1966. The joy of Marilyn’s heart was nurturing and raising her two boys; Michael Smith, and James Smith. Her sense of humor, compassion for people, and hard work ethic were traits that she instilled into her sons. She enjoyed time spent with her three sisters and their children, as well as the children of her husband’s family. She delighted in her daughter-in-law, Becky Smith, and cherished her grand daughters, Bethany and Jael. Marilyn had a quiet strength and perseverance as she faced the adversities in life. She was a compassionate listener, who touched and helped many lives. Her life’s work was a Certified Nursing Assistant for 30 years; of which 23 were at Four Winds Manor in Verona, and 6 years at Maple Wood in Sauk City. She received many commendations for her hard work, and care for the residents at each facility. Her care also extended to providing love, and assistance at her home to her mother, Mary, and then to her sister, Margaret in their last days on earth. She is survived by two sons, Mike (LeeAnn Cooper) Smith, of Middleton and Jim (Becky) Smith, of Madison; two granddaughters, Bethany and Jael; two sisters, Suzanne (Ken) Kaether, of Brooklyn, and Kathleen (Randy) Gilbertson, of North Leeds, and her Former husband, Michael C. Smith of Westfield. Marilyn was preceded in death by her parents and a sister, Margaret Swiggum. A memorial gathering will be held at KALSCHUERS PARK, Pine Bluff, on Saturday, January 16, 2010 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. In lieu of flowers, a memorial fund is being established.