Irene N. Smith

September 3, 1924 - October 22, 2017

Irene N. Smith, 93 years-young, entered into eternal peace on October 22, 2017 at her home in Wethersfield, Connecticut. Irene had a love for life and enjoyed many hobbies. She was an avid golfer, bowler, poker player, beach goer and casino patron. However, her passion was her art. A talented painter, Irene studied most of her adult life, featuring many pieces in local galleries. We remember Irene most for her sense of humor and zest for life. She was always the life of the party and a seasoned traveler with her best friend Nan. Irene was the #1 fan at every soccer, hockey, tennis or cheerleading event, often becoming everyone's Ghee Ghee. She was very proud of forging a 32 year career with Pratt and Whitney. A strong and disciplined woman, Irene served as a role model of strength and independence for her daughter and best friend, Kathy Smith Hallett. Family was her life. Irene leaves behind her four grandchildren who she adored. Alicia and her husband Hevan, Kyle, Leah and Kirstin, as well as her great granddaughter Alexandria. Irene joins the love of her life, her husband of 37 years, Robert, sister Flo, and parents, Isadore and Mary, who predeceased her. Join in celebrating Irene's life on Thursday, October 26, 2017 at 11 AM in the Rose Hill Funeral Home 580 Elm St. Rocky Hill. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Park, Rocky Hill. Family and friends are invited to call on Wednesday from 5 to 7 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Saint Elizabeth Seton Church or the Alzheimer's Association. For online guestbook please visit www.rosehillfuneralhomes.com.