Paul E Smith

Paul E Smith obituary

Paul E Smith

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27

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N5233 E Nettleton Ln, Marinette, WI 54143

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Paul Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Thielen Funeral Home - MARINETTE on Aug. 23, 2025.

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Paul E. Smith, 59, of Marinette passed away on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at home. He was born on March 19, 1966, to Howard and Jane (Gabriel) Smith in Marinette. He graduated from Marinette High School in 1985 and went on to proudly serve his country in the Navy for eleven years. He later worked for Silvan Industries for over 15 years. Paul had a passion for history and enjoyed coin collecting, watching football, playing darts, league pool, and attending the Porterfield Country Music Festival.

Paul is survived by his children, Nicholas Smith of Marinette and Tamara "Tami" Vazquez of Menominee; grandchildren: Kenzuhlia Handcock-Smith, Storm Schembureck, and Sawyer Schembureck; mother, Jane Robenhorst; and brother, Steven (Rona) Smith. He was preceded in death by his father, Howard Smith.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, September 27th from Noon-3pm at the Marinette Moose Lodge. Thielen Funeral Home is assisting the family.

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August 25, 2025

Sondra Gretzon posted to the memorial.

August 23, 2025

Tracy Peterson/ Dakota Marino posted to the memorial.

August 23, 2025

Vivian Barnes posted to the memorial.

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Sondra Gretzon

August 25, 2025

I just wanted to send my condolences, to the family. He's in heaven now, dancing with the angels. God Bless you all

Tracy Peterson/ Dakota Marino

August 23, 2025

Paul you will be sadly missed. Sending my prayers to the Smith family. You left us to soon. You were always a good friend who cared about others. I'm happy that I had you in my life. There will be a lot of good memories we had. Today I had to tell Dakota that you passed away. He's very upset and taking it hard. Dakota loved spending time with you and helping you when you needed a hand around the house. Today I ended up putting up the swords you gave Dakota for helping you. They will always be a memory of you. We will miss you

Vivian Barnes

August 23, 2025

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Celebration of Life

12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Marinette Moose Lodge

N5233 E Nettleton Ln, Marinette, WI 54143

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