Michael Paul Smestad

Michael Paul Smestad obituary, Out Of State, CT

Michael Paul Smestad

Michael Smestad Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 24 to Dec. 29, 2019.
Michael Paul Smestad, 68, passed away on December 5th, 2019 in South Carolina after a short illness. Born in New Britain, CT, he resided in Southington until his retirement from United Steel. Michael was predeceased by Harold and Antoinette (Falletti) Smestad of New Britain. He is survived by his daughters, Rhonda Deturck of Arkansas and Michelle Mor of South Carolina and five grandchildren, the light of his life. He also leaves behind a brother, Steven Smestad, four sisters, Christine Chaviaras, Mary Varney, Joyce Matusek, Ada Haines and several nieces and nephews. Michael was known for his sense of humor, love of life and kindness of heart. A celebration of Michael's life will be held January 24th at 11:00 am at Saint John's Evangelist Catholic, 655 East St, New Britain CT.

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January 2, 2020

Uncle Mike. We miss you so much. Give grandma and LJ a big kiss for me. In our thoughts always. We love you

Amara

Hawk Haines

January 1, 2020

Michael will be missed by all of us we didn't get to see him much after he moved south but I would have liked to ride Harleys with him rest in peace

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January 1, 2020

Ada Haines

December 27, 2019

Love and miss you. THURS. 7:37 p.m
Will Never be the same. I love you
And know your at peace and you're with our family that were waiting for you. Its us that have lost but you Michael, have everlasting life up in heaven where you will watch over your children and grandchildren.

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