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Smith, Jack W. 7/16/1964 - 11/12/2022 of Lowell, age 58, went to his heavenly home on November 12, 2022, surrounded by family. He was preceded in death by his father, James N. Smith. He is survived by his daughter, Karah R. Smith; son, Kyle J. (Kailey) Smith; grandson, Hudson J. Smith; brother, James N. Smith Jr; mother, Rose Smith; and many beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins. Jack was born in Grand Rapids, MI and graduated from Lowell High School. He was an excellent athlete playing baseball and football throughout grade school and high school. He worked for Amway and later, for Nestle-Gerber as a product manufacturer. Jack had a continued love for sports and was a devoted Lions fan. He was an avid outdoorsman and passed down this love for nature to his children. He spent much of his time in their childhood teaching them about the outdoors, hunting, fishing and how to truly respect the nature God placed on earth. A Mass of a Christian Burial will be held at 11AM, November 18, 2022, at St. Patrick Catholic Church, 4351 Parnell Ave NE, Ada, MI 49301, with visitation one hour prior. Fr. Thomas Cavera officiating. Interment St. Patrick Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Patrick Educational Fund and/or Our Hope Association, 324 Lyon St. NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. |
