Karin A. Smith, age 75, of Hillsboro, passed away Sunday January 8, 2023, at the Laurels of Hillsboro.
She was born on August 29, 1947, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of the late Otto and Myrtle (Barber) Schlimme.
Karin worked as a radiation therapist for over 20 years at the Clinton Memorial Hospital. After her retirement, she enjoyed volunteering at the Highland County Historical Society and at the Highland District Hospital.
Karin is survived by her husband of 53 years, Jack Smith; her son, Dave (Sheri) Smith of Hillsboro; three grandchildren, Jacob Smith, Samantha Smith, and Zachary Smith; a brother, Richard Schlimme of Albuquerque, New Mexico; three nieces, Susan (Bill) Griepentrog, Lynn (Chuck) O’Connor, Lois (Doug) Cotton, and many friends. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her sister, Delores Himmelstein.
Graveside services will be held at 12:00 p.m. Thursday January 12, 2023, in the Hillsboro Cemetery.