William Oleksandr Smail, age 6 months, of Rising Sun, MD, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. Born on June 27, 2025, in Baltimore, MD he was the beloved son, of Alan Gerald Smail and Julia Louise (Murphy) Smail.
Though his time with us was brief, William brought immense joy and love to everyone. Right from the moment of his birth, he smiled and was a happy baby. William had an infectious smile and laugh that melted hearts. He had an easygoing nature and was curious about everything. William had the opportunity to explore the world with his parents. They delighted in taking him hiking in New York and sharing with him the sights and sounds of nature. In those weeks following his birth, they would take him out and about. Whether it was a simple outing or a grand adventure, William was content being with everyone. As a family, we cherished every moment spent with him, captivated by his curiosity and the way he loved playing with his toys. In our hearts, he will always remain our happy baby with the infectious smile and curious spirit.
In addition to his parents, William is survived by his uncle, Kevin Murphy (wife, Gee Rege); paternal grandmother, Stacey Galgano; aunt, Brandi Smail; and his west coast family.
Services will be held privately and at the convenience of the family.