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Michael Smalley Obituary

Smalley Michael Lee Smalley beloved husband, father, and friend passed away on August 29, 2013 after a lengthy battle with lung cancer. He was 73 years old. A longtime member of the community, he is survived by his wife, Sandy; daughters, Rebecca Dawson and Carol Reed; son, Bryan Smalley; grandchildren, Elizabeth Alexander, Todd Dawson, Jeff Brenning, Sean Reed and Dustin Reed; eight great-grandchildren and countless friends. In keeping with Michaels wishes there will be no viewing or funeral service. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to The James Cancer Hospital at The Ohio State University or to HomeReach Hospice at Ohio Health. Arrangements were made with MYERS-WOODYARD FUNERAL HOME in Groveport.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Aug. 31 to Sep. 1, 2013.

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becky dawson

October 2, 2013

he will be missed for a long time

Dustin Reed

September 1, 2013

He was a great guy and will be missed. I wish I had taken more chances to spend time with him. Sitting around just listening to his stories and jokes are the last memories I have. He fought it for a long time and deserves to be able to rest now.

J M

August 31, 2013

So sorry for your loss

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