Mary Catherine Smith, age 78, of Dunkirk, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 27, 2025, at IU Health Ball Memorial Hospital, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on November 5, 1946, in Hartford City, Mary grew up in Dunkirk, where she attended school. After a few years in Hartford City, she returned to her beloved hometown, where she built a life rooted in faith, family, and community.  She worked at Kerr Glass and Armstrongs for several years in the packing department, later becoming a devoted child care provider while lovingly raising her two sons.

Mary's faith was central to her life. She was an active member of Faith Community Church in Dunkirk and found great joy in fellowship, traveling, bowling, and playing cards — notably excelling in Euchre and Aggravation. Her adventurous spirit took her to destinations including Japan, Belize, Niagara Falls, Canada and many tropical cruises. Yet, her greatest happiness came from time spent with her sons and grandsons, attending their sporting events, celebrating their achievements, and being a constant source of prayer, support and encouragement. Her unwavering pride and love for her family were evident in all she did.

She is survived by her beloved husband of 55 years, Bob Smith; her cherished sons, Robert

(Robbie) Smith (Dunkirk) and Doug Smith (Sara) of Carroll, IA; and her treasured grandsons, Graeson Smith, Isaac Smith, Tyler Smith, Derek Smith, and Carter Smith. Also surviving are her brothers: Bob Brenner of Portland and Russell Brenner of KY; her sisters: Nancy Hobson of Muncie and Betty Sargent (Jerry) of Millgrove; along with several nieces and nephews.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Clarence and Catherine (Elliott) Brenner; her brothers: Joseph Brenner, John Brenner, Thomas Brenner, Fred Brenner, Jack Brenner, and Sam Brenner; and her sisters: Vera Wallace, Barbara Faulkner, Agnes Day, and Anna Carll.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at Meacham Funeral Service, with burial to follow at I.O.O.F. Cemetery in Pennville. Visiting hours are Tuesday (May 6) from 1:00 p.m. until 3:00 p.m. at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in Mary's honor.

The service will be streamed online from a link provided on this webpage.