Michael Dale Smith's Obituary
Mr. Michael Dale Smith, age 75, passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family on Monday, January 30, 2023. He was born in Muskegon on September 7, 1947 to Dale and Doris (Meyers) Smith. Mike was a veteran of the United States Navy and served in Vietnam. He was employed by Sappi Fine Paper for over 20 years prior to his retirement in 2009. Mike loved volunteering and was very active with Summer Celebration, Irish Fest, and many other local Muskegon festivals. He enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. On May 10, 1975, Mike married the former Jeanne M. Gardner and she survives him along with his children, Jerri Smith, Jeffery (Amy) Smith, Kevin Smith, Chris Smith, Andrea (Eric) Menzel, Leah (Travis) Kempf, and Mindy (Mark) Gorter; grandchildren, Brandon Smith, Matt (Erinn) Smith, Jordan Turner, Taylor Smith, and Liam Kempf; great-granddaughters, Serenity Smith and Hazel Pomeroy; sister, Becky Counselor; and nephew, Tim (Sue) Carlson. He was preceded in death by his parents and two siblings, Diane Carlson and Richard Wilson. According to Mike’s wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444. You may sign his online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com
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