Michelle Pawula

Visitation for Michelle Pawula, age 37, will be held Friday, July 10, 2020 3:00 - 9:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Service 7:00p.m. Following visitation, cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory.

**Due to current COVID 19 restrictions, a maximum of 50 people will be allowed in the funeral home and masks will be required for safety.

Michelle passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 2, 2020 in North Carolina. She was born on May 4, 1983 and resided in Franklin Park, IL most of her life. Michelle was a feisty and vibrant soul. She had a special gift with all people and animals. Michelle was a person that wouldn't judge you, she would listen, offer feedback, and would do anything to help you. She was the person that would never exclude you but rather push you to join her. Michelle was a lover of life and she made sure to always do it her way. She loved all animals and would do anything to help them. Her greatest love was for her two daughters Jade and River and her niece Anastasia. Michelle could light up any room with her infectious personality, laugh, and smile. She truly was a bright light that was taken to soon.

Michelle is survived by her spouse Chad Smith, a loving mother to Jade Davis and River Smith, a beloved daughter to Mary Haugland (Dave) and Bob Pawula. A loving sister to Patty Fraggis, a loving aunt to Anastasia Fraggis. Michelle is survived by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. (630) 289-8054.