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Michael Smith Obituary

Michael E. Smith

NEWARK: Calling hours for Michael E. Smith, 52, of Newark, will be held on Wednesday, October 10, 2012 at the Criss-Schoedinger Funeral Home, from 4:00 to 8:00 PM. Michael was born in Columbus on October 4, 1960 to the late Ernest Charles Smith and Ruth (Sagar) Chapman of Hilliard.

Michael worked for many years at Raccoon International Golf Club. He was a member of Alcoholics Anonymous. He enjoyed golfing, fishing, watching baseball, basketball and was an avid Ohio State Buckeye's football fan. Michael knew no stranger and loved everyone that he met.

Survivors include his wife, Susan M. (Gorley) Smith, whom he married on July 10, 2004; children, Jerica (Tony) White, Megan Smith, Shane Smith and Dalton Smith; siblings, Mark (Jeanette), Chuck (Arlene), Cathy (Tim), Paul David (Jenny), Candy and Wendy; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

In addition to his father; he is preceded in death by his grandfather, Ernest R. Sagar.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Michael to Alcoholics Anonymous, 76 East Main Street, Newark, OH 43055.

Visit www.CrissSchoedinger.com to share a memory about Michael or to sign an online guest book.

Published by Advocate on Oct. 8, 2012.
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You and I shared a very special friend. Indian Joe was our teacher and more important our friend. Now you'll be with him in the big meeting in the sky. God Speed to all your family and also who loved you in the spitit. Jerry Clark

Jerry Clark

October 13, 2012

we will all remember your smile your laughter you brought to so many people. You was always happy go lucky.. R.I.P

Nikkie Jacobs

October 10, 2012

Mike u was a great person.You will be missed by all.My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

brittaney

October 10, 2012

Susan, Mikes pain is ended , yours is just beginning please allow this candle filled with love to help light your way in your darkest hours. he holds your hand and heart still, take strength from his love, it is always and forever with you

October 10, 2012

dear Brother the world is a little bit darker for the loss of you and heaven is a little bit brighter in having you home. I hope you receive as much joy as you have brought to the lives of all you touched. Be at peace brother

Sister

October 10, 2012

My deepest sympathy to you all. Mike never meeting a stranger was an understatement. Mike was a trusted and loving friend. I can remember the love and support he had for his little doll...Megan. She was the sunshine in his life. God Bless you all! Rest in Peace my wonderful friend! It was an honor to know you!

Vicki McCullough-Byers

October 10, 2012

rip mike i will never forget you say hi to my mom and other family members we have in heaven

tabbatha bates

October 9, 2012

The Smith Family,
I'm so saddened to hear of Mike's passing. All of you have been in my thoughts and prayers through this whole ordeal. It just break my heart that he is no longer with us. What a wonderful man he is and all the memories he left for us. We are all blessed to have known Mike. Sincerely, Linda Sullivan & Family

October 9, 2012

When you feel you're going under, hold tighter to my hand. "Lean on me, when you have no strength to stand, and on me when your heart begins to bleed. When you come to the place that I'm all you have, you'll find I'm all you need."

Unknown

October 9, 2012

Mike was an amazing person, and it was my honor to be part of his life! As years pass and life moves forward we tend to see our dear friends less than we want, but forever keep them in our heart. The last time I seen Mike was at Smoke and Karol's house about 7 years ago. I had the pleasure of meeting his youngest daughter, and he introduced me to her as "Daddy's school day girlfriend." You will forever be missed and remembered Mike...Rest in peace my friend!

Martha McKee - Smith

October 9, 2012

Mike my you rest in peace My heart goes out to your family and your brothers and sisters. I know your with bill and everyone else up there in heaven say hi for us one day we will all be together again telling fish stories and stuff we will miss you your cousin ray

October 8, 2012

Shane and Micah, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Such a short life, cherish the memories.

Lora Wyeth

October 8, 2012

Susan and kids, you are forever in my thoughts and prayers as you continue this difficult journey. I have complete faith that Mike is in a better place and making a home for you to join him again one day, till then may God be with you every step of the way.

Tami Spearman

October 8, 2012

A very nice Man, I am proud to have known Michael during My time here, and I'm sure that he will never be forgotten

Greg Ritchie

October 8, 2012

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