Loretta A. Smith (nee Nicol)

Loretta Anna Smith (nee Nicol) age 81 of Eastlake, passed away peacefully, surrounded by the love of her family, at her home June 2, 2026.

Loretta was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend to many. She will be remembered for her love of family, her strength, and the kindness she shared with everyone she met. She had a remarkable gift for making people feel welcome and cared for. Nothing brought her more joy than feeding family and friends, gathering loved ones around the table, and making sure no one ever left her home hungry. Her kitchen was a place of comfort, laughter, and love.

Loretta spent her life putting others before herself and was always ready with a helping hand, a listening ear, or words of encouragement. Her selfless heart, unwavering devotion, and endless generosity touched countless lives and created memories that will be cherished forever.

She was a proud union steward with Local 880 and was respected for her willingness to help others and speak up for what she believed was right.

Loretta was born to Albert and Bernice Nicol, who preceded her in death, and she leaves behind her beloved husband, Joseph George Smith; her daughter, Stacy Smith; her son, Daniel Smith; and her brother, Frank Nicol.

She was preceded in death by her daughter, Denise Ann Smith; her sisters, Susan Griffith and Sandra Hilton; and her grandson, Alexander Joseph Thompson.

The love and memories she created with her family will be cherished forever. Though she will be deeply missed, her legacy lives on in the lives of those she loved and the many people whose lives she touched.

A Mass of Christian burial will be held Friday, July 3rd, 11am at Holy Redeemer Church 15712 Kipling Ave. Collinwood where the family will receive friends from 10am until time of service.  Rev. Father Anthony J. Simone officiating.

A gathering of family and friends will be held immediately following services, at the Willoughby Eagles Aerie 2300, 37299 Euclid Ave. Willoughby.

A private burial at All Souls Cemetery will take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations be made to the Aplastic Anemia Foundation  https://www.aamds.org

 Arrangements entrusted to CANNON-CATAVOLOS Funeral Home of Parma Heights (440)842-0456

For online tributes and condolences please visit www.C-Cfuneralhome.com