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Clare Smigiel Obituary

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Clare Smigiel

East Islip, New York

September 2, 1934 - April 26, 2025

Clare Smigiel Obituary

Clare Smigiel passed away peacefully on April 26th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and unconditional love.


Clare was the devoted wife of Jerry for 61 wonderful years, and took great care of him when he became ill. Mother of 7 children, she was also the proud grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren, all of whom brought her tremendous joy.


One of 7 children herself, Clare embraced a caregiving role early in life, helping raise her younger sisters while her mother endured a long illness. Her early compassion and strength shaped a life centered on nurturing others and putting family first.


Clare was also a woman of deep and abiding faith. She was a devoted member of St. Peter the Apostle Church for many years. Her life was a beautiful reflection of the values she held dear— love, kindness, and faith in God.


Clare will be remembered for her gentle heart and her unwavering strength. Her family is at peace knowing she is joined in heaven with her husband, daughter Dawn, and 2 precious angel babies. Clare’s loving spirit will live on in her family and all who were blessed to know her.

Clare Smigiel passed away peacefully on April 26th, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family. She leaves behind a legacy of faith, devotion, and unconditional love.


Clare was the devoted wife of Jerry for 61 wonderful years, and took great care of him when he became ill. Mother of 7 children, she was also the proud grandmothe

Events

Visitation at Funeral Home

Wednesday, April 30, 2025

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons Funeral Home

200 East Main St. East Islip, NY 11730

Visitation at Funeral Home

Thursday, May 1, 2025

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons Funeral Home

200 East Main Street East Islip, NY 11730

Visitation at Funeral Home

Thursday, May 1, 2025

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Fredrick J. Chapey & Sons Funeral Home

200 East Main St. East Islip, NY 11730

Funeral Mass

Friday, May 2, 2025

9:30 am

St. Peter the Apostle R.C. Church

70 Rockaway Street Islip Terrace, NY 11752

Final Resting Place

Long Island National Cemetery

Pinelawn Rd. Pinelawn, NY 11735