Ralph A. Smieja
July 14, 1929 - May 12, 2020
Obituary
WAUNAKEE-Ralph Arthur Smieja, age 90, of Waunakee, passed away on Tuesday, May 12, 2020, at St. Mary's Hospital of natural causes.
He was born on July 14, 1929, in Independence, Wis., the son of Sylvester and Pelchie (Marsolek) Smieja. He married Georgia Pulvermacher on Jan. 7, 1956, at St. Aloysius in Sauk City.
Ralph is survived by three daughters, Sue (Kevin) Clark , Sheri (Ron) Jackson and Jennifer (Mark Gustafson) Smieja; son, Mike (Kris) Smieja; four grandsons, Aaron Clark, Jerry Smieja, Stephen (Anney) Smieja and Cole Jackson; three granddaughters, Jody Bacon, Calli Jackson and Taylor Jackson; four great-grandchildren, Lily, Jackson, James and Jayden; and a sister, Rosetta Sonsalla (Jim).
He was preceded in death by his wife, Georgia Rose Pulvermacher Smieja; parents; and brothers, Adrian and Richard.
A public celebration of Ralph’s life will be held at a later date. Burial took place at Roselawn Memorial Park. A full obituary will follow, please return to this site for updates. Online condolences may be made at www.gundersonfh.com.
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Funeral & Cremation Care
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Renee Farley
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We were privileged to have had Ralph be our accountant for many years. We are grateful to have known this fine man and we send our sincere sympathy to the family. RIP Ralph.
Tim and Renee Farley
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MJ Witte
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What a wonderful man. I will always remember the wonderful laughs and hugs that my uncle gave freely. May the warmth of Jesus arms comfort and welcome him now.
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martha
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Ralph patiently guided me as my account for many years. A wonderful, kind, caring man. He is missed. My sympathies to his family. Martha Alberti
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Greg
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I was sorry to hear of Ralph's passing he was a warm quiet man. I'm glad I had the pleasure of meeting.him and Georgia as they were occasionally customers of Rex's. I enjoyed serving them and learning about their lives. RIP Ralph... Tish..
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David Giffey
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Ralph was much more than a tax helper to us...he was a real friend. And he always appreciated a good doughnut. We relied on Ralph for his cheerful lack of shock when required. I secretly thought about a career as a clown, thanks to his example. Most appreciated was Ralph Smieja's willingness and interest in art and artists. He was a consistently bright spot in our lives.
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Jane Albert
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Mike and Kris, We are so sorry for the loss of Ralph. We remember his good sense of humor and his kindness to Amy Albert, Bill's Mom.
Bill, Jane and Katy Albert