Michael Smith Sr.

Michael “Mike” Smith Sr.

1957-2020

 

Michael “Mike” Smith 63, passed away peacefully at his home after a battle with cancer, November 21, 2020 in Dixie County Florida surrounded by his wife and children. He was born in Louisville Kentucky to Kermit Roosevelt and WillieMae Smith on October 15, 1957. He moved to Florida with his family in 1971.

 

On June 27, 1992 he married Jackie Smith. Mike enjoyed hunting, fishing, racing, the river and working on his toys. Spending time with his family and grandchildren was important to him, It has been said he was a “jack of all trades and master of most”.

 

He is survived by his loving wife Jackie of 28 years, his three sons Michael “smitty” (Brandy) Smith Jr. of Dixie County, Justin (Kaydee) Smith of Plant City and Joshua Smith of Dixie County, 6 grandchildren Jolie, Brianna, Hoss, Landon, Sarah and Gunner and one on the way and 1 great grandchild Amelia. Mike had 10 siblings, Kermit Smith of Lake City Florida, Ronald Smith (deceased), Claud Smith (deceased), Gary Smith of McKinney Texas, Ray Smith of Edgewater Florida, Roger Smith of Orlando Florida, Jean Howard of Umatilla Florida, Vincent Smith of Plano Texas, Belinda Laursen of Sanford Florida and Vette Smith-Myers of Old Town Florida, as well as many nieces and nephews other relatives and friends.