Fay Smaney, age 91 of Rhinelander, passed away on Wednesday, August 8, 2012, at her home. She was born on June 17, 1921, in Marinette, WI to Lawrence and Ethel (Bell) England. Fay moved to Iron Mountain, MI where she attended school. Following graduation from high school, she moved to Rhinelander where she married Walter Smaney and together, they raised their family of two daughters. Fay was a member of the First United Methodist Church and loved time spent with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. Fay is survived by her two daughters, Judith Ann (Fred) Lund and Tamara Smaney both of Rhinelander; two grandchildren, Scott and Bryanna; two great grandchildren, Devon and Amber; and a sister, Elaine Marlett of Iron Mountain, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Walter on October 20, 1985; and three brothers, Donald, Delbert, and Ted. A memorial service for Fay will be held at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, August 21, 2012, at the First United Methodist Church with Rev. Rebecca Niese officiating. Carlson Funeral Home (715-369-1414 / www.carlsonfh.com) is assisting Fay's family with arrangements. |