Obituary

Remembering Michael Edward Smith

Michael Edward Smith, age 39 of Wyoming, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2017 and is in peace and eternal love.  He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Edward and Michaele Smith; sisters: Jennifer (Dietrich) Kastens, Julie Godwin, Jeanne (Kan) Guvensel; nieces and nephews, Eliza, Henry, and Clara Kastens, Rivers Godwin, Kate Guvensel; grandfather, Robert G. (Betty) Smith; aunt, Susan (Jeff) Matthews;   and many close friends. Mike will be remembered as a compassionate, kind and humorous person.  He attended Wyoming Park H.S. and GRCC.  Mike was a big Cubs baseball fan and he also followed Northwestern University football.  He loved his dogs, Duke and Ruckus, fishing, fixing cars, metalworking, music, and playing guitar.  A memorial service will be held 12 noon Saturday at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming, MI  49509, with Dr. David Lee Smith.  The family will meet relatives and friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Shriners Hospital for Children.  

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So sorry to hear about Mike. May the Lord hold you close during this time of grief.... I pray for peace and comfort for his friends and family.

— Melissa

Thankful I was able to know Mike growing up as we shared some good times. Over the years went our separate ways as we got older, luckily running into each other from time to time never forgetting the memories of our childhood. I know that he is in a better place now and he will not be forgotten. Love to the Smith family!

— J. VanTubergen

Childhood friend of mine he was a nice guy always to me Rip Mike

— Mike Jackson

My deepest sympathy for your great loss. Although pain and sorrow fills your hearts at this time, may you find comfort and strength in the Almighty God words at Psalms 34:18 "Jehovah is close to the brokenhearted; He saves those who are crushed in spirit "  It saddened him when we shed tears of sorrow. Through his Words  he gives us comfort and hope of seeing our dear loved ones again who have fallen asleep in death. As Jesus words promised at John 6:40 the resurrection of our dear loved . May your warm memories also give you strength and comfort in these difficult times.

— AS

Michaele and Ed, I empathize and grieve with you on the death of your son. I am praying for you with love.

— Brenda R

To his family and loved ones I want to tell you I am so so sorry for not being better to Michael and having tragically lost him so young and so painfully. My heart and soul feel like theyve been ripped apart as I am sure all of yours does. Im very grateful to have had such a wonderful man and his family in my life. I pray you all find some sort of peace.

— Kendra Shuck

My love, prayers, and heartfelt sympathy and empathy go out to you both. Robyn Wolters (Podbregar)

— Michael E. Smith

I wish you peace, strength and alot of love Michaele and Edward. I'm lucky to have 22 years of great memories with Mike. I'm going to miss my best friend & second brother.

— Amber Podbregar

I'm so sorry prayers to the family and friend

— Shannon Cole

So sorry for your loss Michael he will be missed dearly. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

— Michelle fales

So sorry to see such a young man go so young in life.. I know your hearts are full of pain and sorrow for the loss of your son Michael....be assured he is in Gods loving arms......always keep him in your hearts.....Hugs and Love Erin

— Erin S Reynolds

You will be missed brother.

— Travis Pullar

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