Pamela W. Smith Cedarburg, Wisconsin Obituary

Pamela W. Smith

Ms. Pamela Smith of Cedarburg passed away at Autumn Leaves of Franklin late Monday evening, February 11, 2019. She was 90 years old. Pam was born in Milwaukee on July 14, 1928, daughter of Geoffrey and Marion Helliwell Willoughby. She attended local schools and graduated from Whitefish Bay High School before attending U W Madison and earning her bachelors degree before attaining her teaching degree. She was united in marriage with Warren D. Smith in August of 1951 and the couple had two daughters. They later divorced. Ms. Smith moved to Cedarburg in 1973 and was a teacher at Woodview School in Grafton. She was a very active member of Community United Methodist Church in Cedarburg, and had enjoyed volunteering at Family Sharing of Ozaukee County and Meals on Wheels. She is survived by her daughters Jacquelyn (Donald) Zelmer of Milwaukee and Carolyn (Anthony) Neargarder of Union City, IN. She is further survived by six grandchildren: Kristin (Lloyd) Hoeper, Adam (Lori) Zelmer, Jacquelyn Wallace, Laura (James) Scott, Hailey (Nick) Wright and Brenda (Tom) Lardy, nine great-grandchildren, brother Keith (Lilo) Willoughby of Norway, ME, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. She is preceded in death by brother Alan Willoughby. Private family services will be held. She will be laid to rest at Forest Home Cemetery in Milwaukee at a later date. Memorials, if desired, are suggested to the Alzheimer’s Association. Eernisse Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be left at www.eernissefuneralhome.com .
July 14, 1928 - February 11, 201907/14/192802/11/2019
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Shellie O
March 5, 2019
To Pam's family, I am sure sorry to read about the loss of your mom and grandma. I was privileged to have Pam as a client for many years, and looked forward to our visits. We all knew when Pam came in for her hair appointment we would hear a positive attitude in anythi... Continue Reading
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Colene
February 23, 2019
I am so sorry for your loss she was a wonderful women and I loved being her caregiver at autumn leaves I miss her so much I miss joking around with her and I miss her smile and laugh if I was having a rough day she would always make me smile she will always and forver be... Continue Reading
Forget Me Nots was posted for Pamela W. Smith.
Forget Me Nots was posted for Pamela W. Smith.
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Sheila M. Robinson
February 20, 2019
Hello. I'm Sheila and I am sending my condolences on your recent loss. I am one of Jehovah's Witnesses and would like to share a scripture. You will be surprised to find that in the Bible at Acts 24:15 it says, "There is going to be a resurrection." Along with God's pr... Continue Reading
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Casandra
February 20, 2019
Dear Smith family: Take comfort in knowing Pamela has the hope of living again in Paradise on earth when there will be no more crime, sickness or death- only peace, righteousness, and perfect health! Jehovah - “the God of all comfort” assures us of this. John 5:28, 29, ... Continue Reading
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Nancy Anderson McComas
February 19, 2019
RIP Pam, you were such a dear friend and collique to my mom Ruth Anderson, and a great friend to my father after she passed. I will always remember you with fondness. Prayers to Pam"s family.
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Diane Elsner
February 17, 2019
Diane Elsner
I lived across the hall from Pam at the apartment in Cedarburg for many years. She welcomed me to Cedarburg when I arrived and we became the best of friends. We drank tea and chatted, went on trips together with the senior center and attended Red Hat outi... Continue Reading
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Chris Reiter
February 14, 2019
Pam was my lovely and kind neighbor for almost 20 years on Lenox Pl. She did more in her lifetime than I did in half of mine. I'm grateful for knowing her.

Chris Reiter
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Mary Suminski
February 14, 2019
So many fond memories of 2nd grade with Mrs. Smith, she connected with many children & made us all feel special...I still remember the way she made me feel to this very day. I’m not sure if she loved ladybugs 🐞 as much as all of us students thought...but I always think ... Continue Reading
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Pat Tippy
February 14, 2019
Pam was a "Red Hat Lady" friend. We had many good times together, many memories. May she rest in Peace.
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C Flores
February 14, 2019
Dear Smith family
I am sincerely sorry about the loss of your dear loved one Pamela. I know words could not describe the grief you are personally experiencing but please allow the precious memories & support of friends & family help carry you during these difficult tim... Continue Reading
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