WAUKESHA - Edward L. Smith of Waukesha died Saturday, Dec. 22, 2001, at age 83.

He was the beloved husband of Helen (nee Sweet) for 42 years; the loving father of Emil (Joanne) of Franklin, Margaret (James) Machalk of Mukwonago, Vernielle Moffatt of West Monroe, La., and Lauritz (Joyce) of St. Francis; and stepfather of James Hill of Waukesha. He was the cherished grandfather of Mary Lapp (William Mirr), Edward (Lisa) Smith, Denise Crites, Gilbert Craighead, James (Laura) Smith, JerriLynn (Craig) Markham, Tammy Smith, Rebecca (Bill) Rath, Annamarie (Guy) Bartel, Todd (Michele) Smith, Timothy (Kristen) Smith and 19 great-grandchildren.

Ed was a retired member of the Operating Engineers Local No. 139.

According to his wishes, his remains were donated to the Medical College of Wisconsin. There will be a private memorial service at a later date.

The family wishes to thank Nancy Farmer, Dede Butler, Chris Cotton, Bonnie Gottschalk and many others too numerous to mention at The Waters of Westmoreland for their patience, understanding and care.

Church and Chapel Funeral Service, 549-0659, is serving the family.