Marcy J. Smith, age 55, of Pelican Lake, WI passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, March 20, 2019, at St. Mary Hospital in Rhinelander, WI. Marcy was born on April 9, 1963, in Pigeon, MI, daughter of Jane (Guisbert) Rosenthal of Bad Axe, MI and the late Martin Rosenthal. Pigeon, MI is also where she graduated from Laker High School in 1981. Marcy married Jeffrey Smith on November 8, 1986, in Bad Axe, MI. Jeff was her loving partner-in-crime for 34 years. Together, they have two daughters, Kailey & Bekka, and her family meant the world to her.
After raising her family, Marcy had careers in the administrative, manufacturing, and insurance industries. Marcy was the co-owner, along with her husband, of Engineered Wood Products in Fond du Lac and was currently employed at Society Insurance, based in Fond du Lac, where Marcy proudly obtained her Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate.
Marcy loved meeting new people, making friends, and being the most joyous soul in the room. Her laugh could be heard far and wide and you'd soon be joining in with the contagious laughter. Marcy will be remembered as an honest and loving woman, an avid gardener, a jewelry creator, and a fantastic cook & baker. Marcy also enjoyed going on many adventures with her husband, which included spending time on the pontoon boat and exploring the UP of Michigan.
Marcy's survivors include her husband, Jeff of Pelican Lake, WI; two daughters, Kailey (Partner, Alex Steele) Smith of Madison, WI and Bekka (Fiancé, Nathan Litt) Smith of Appleton, WI; mother, Jane Rosenthal of Bad Axe, MI; a sister, Cheri (Lee) Toups of Flushing, MI; two brothers, Brian (Dawn) Rosenthal of Pigeon, MI and Scott Rosenthal of Manistique, MI; her mother-in-law, Pat Smith of Caseville, MI; brother-in-law, Kris Smith of Somerville, MA; and sister-in-law, Robyn Smith of Fond du Lac, WI. Marcy is also survived by cherished nieces and nephews, a large extended family, and countless friends. Marcy was preceded in death by her father, Martin Rosenthal, father-in-law, Robert Smith, and brother-in-law, Steve Smith.
Celebrations of life will be held in Wisconsin & Michigan. On April 6, 2019, we will celebrate Marcy at Michiels Bar & Grill in Menasha, WI from 11AM to 3PM. A toast to Marcy will occur at 1PM and please choose to wear bright, cheerful colors. The Michigan celebration will occur on May 18, 2019 at 1328 S. Moore Road in Bad Axe, MI 48413 from Noon to 3 p.m.
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Celebration Of Life
Menasha, Wisconsin 54952
Celebration Of Life
Bad Axe, Michigan 48413
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Jeff so sorry to hear of your loss. So sad to hear about my old friend. Take care
Tim Tait
Akron / Caseville, MI.
Marcy and Jeff were neighbors to us and always great friends. When we were in a bind to find a sitter, Marcy graciously offered to babysit our son 2-3 days a week and treated him like her own - making homemade babyfood etc. she was the person that had the most amazing smile and always willing to help.
The years have gone by and We have not seen each other but even the picture above in this obituary brings back so many fun stories. She will missed by so many. Lots of love to you all.
Brandee Fernandez
Jeff, Just heard this today and can't tell you how shocked and sorry for this unbelievable loss.
Lori and I will keep both you and your girls in our prayers!
So sorry for your incredible loss. Our family will be praying for your family's comfort.
Mitch Koneczny
I worked with Marcy at Society Insurance, she was an absolute delight, always happy and smiling. She'll be very truly missed. My deepest sympathies to the family, I hope you find some measure of peace in the very happy memories.
Susan Nickel
So sorry for your loss. You have our sympathy. Gerald and Susan Ford
The Berg family is so sorry to hear of your loss. We always smiled and laughed when spending time with Marcy whether it was bowling at the Elk's or at one of many Spring's activities. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Jeff,Kailey & Bekka.
I would not be the man I am today if it weren’t for Marcy, Jeff, and Steve. Forever grateful for believing in me when no one else did. I’m truly heartbroken for the loss of such a great genuine angel
Kris Smith
We cannot imagine Marcy gone, I hope you are given the strength to know she brought you and the girls great joy and love for which she had endless amounts to give; our hearts are saddened but we send all our love and prayers in your time of great lose.
Love Chris and Kris
May God comfort and guide you during this difficult time; and may the "peace of God that surpasses all understanding guard your heart and your mental powers". Philippians 4:7.
Our niece, Marcy, will be remembered forever by us. She was an unforgettable young woman. Indefatigable as a wife and mother, she was always working to provide the best for her family, from making sure their food was nutritional and well-prepared to long discussions about how best to raise her two precious girls, and provide them with the experiences they might need to grow into the lovely young women they have become. So much of the strength and character you see in Kailey and Bekka came from the example provided by their mom.
We were fortunate to have a special relationship with Marcie, which continued for decades. Because we lived halfway between Wisconsin and the thumb of Michigan, we had the benefit of being the stop over point for the Smiths from the time the girls were toddlers to the present day. This provided many opportunities for Marcy to share with me the latest techniques that she had learned for making beautiful things, which she was always, generously, willing to do.
But among her many attributes, there are two that I will always remember. First, Marcy was never afraid of hard work. Likely it was her upbringing on a dairy farm that gave her this strength. The second is her courage. If we can take anything positive from our loss of Marcy, it will be to remember and emulate her courage.
We love you, Marcy, and we will never forget you.
Aunt Judy and Uncle Dennis
My condolences to all of the family. Marcy was a fun friend, great jewelry and ceramic student, part of my art pack. She dazzled is at class with her scrumptious cookies...and she and Jeff created two of my favorite beautiful women... Kailey and Bekka. Prayers.
I’m going to bake some of Marcy’s Swedish Rye Bread which was my favorite recipe that Marcy shared with me. Miss her laugh for sure.
Jeff and girls
My sympathies to you. When Kevin told me of the news it was shocking
Remember when I first met you at Mercury and we became friends. We had some fun times together. Sunday night bowling!!! Sending thoughts and prayers
Paul and Kathy(Strutz) Oldenburg
I have such fond memories of Marcy as a classmate at Laker High School. May Jeff and her daughters find comfort in the memories of her amazing love and vivacious life.
My sympathies to the families, your loss is great. Sending prayers. Sandy
Marcy, my dear daughter-in-law, was the kind of woman you would want your son to marry. If you were ever invited to dinner, it meant having her wonderful home baked bread. She was a fantastic homemaker, a talented designer, and a loving wife and mother. She loved the outdoors, and gardening and mowing. Oh, and did I tell you, she always planted a vegetable patch so she could do canning in the summer and fall. (I think she was a workaholic.) and she loved to play on the pontoon or the 4-wheeler. She had more energy than an Energizer Bunny. Jeff would build a bonfire when they went to Newberry. They would finally relax with a drink. Marcy Jane, you will be missed but you will always be loved.
Mom.
So sorry to hear of your shocking loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Paula
It was always evident that Marcy's world was her husband Jeff and her girls. She was a great friend. She did love the water and we had good times on Lake Winnebago on our pontoon boat.
May God bless her family and may they let all the good memories help to warm their hearts.
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