George Charles Smeja, 80, of McHenry passed away peacefully on February 27, 2013 at Mayo Clinic-Saint Mary’s Hospital in Rochester, Minnesota. He was born July 11, 1932 in Brownsville, Texas to George and Corrine (Wilson) Smeja. In 1964, he married Gloria Spensieri in Western Springs.
He was a co-founder of Metalmaster Roofmaster, Inc. and Sno Gem, Inc. both located in McHenry. He was a member of Sheet Metal Local Union #73 and #265 for many years. He was a proud member of Life Changers International Church and was passionate about his church, family, and business.
He is survived by his children, Steve (Ruth) Smeja, Sharon LaBoy, and their children; his sons, Michael (Rochelle) Smeja and Daniel (Sharon) Smeja; his grandchildren, Rock, Lexie, Noah, Zion, and Grace; and his siblings, John (Diane) Smeja, Corrine Reiger, Merrette Nixon, and Phillip (Donna) Smeja.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Gloria Smeja; his parents; his daughter, Robin Burlak; and his brother, Vernon Smeja.