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Matthew Smith Obituary
Matt was born on July 26, 1974, in Adrian, Mich., to Fred and Linda (Kuhn) Smith. He graduated from Blissfield High School in 1992. He continued with a four-year apprenticeship and became a journeyman sheet metal worker out of Local 33 in Toledo, Ohio. Matt will be missed by many friends and family.
In addition to his parents, Matt is survived by the love of his life, his daughter, Bristol Ray Smith; grandparents, N. Richard Smith and Delilah "Mickey" Kuhn O'Connor, both of Blissfield; aunts and uncles, Ted (Sharon) Smith of Blissfield, Bonnie (Mike) Hayes of Jackson and Tim (Leta) Kuhn of Onsted; cousins, Jason (Sue) Smith of Dundee, Justin (Sarah) Smith and family of Palmyra; Robert (Brittany) Kuhn and family of Jackson; and Lacey Kuhn and family of Jackson; and his faithful canine, Roy. Matt was preceded in death by his grandmother, Margie Smith; his grandfather, Bernard "Bub" Kuhn; and his faithful friend, Clide.
Visitation for Matt will be from 4 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 7, 2016, at the Anderson Rudd Funeral Home in Blissfield. Funeral services and interment for Matt will be held privately.
You may send condolences to the family at www.andersonfuneralservices.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lenawee Humane Society or to the Blissfield Firefighters Association. Envelopes are available at Anderson Rudd Funeral Home, Blissfield.
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Bailey Hawks
April 8, 2016
Praying for your family during this time. It was a pleasure taking care of Matt. Bailey - CNA at The University of Michigan
Keith Keil
April 8, 2016
Sorry for your loss. I went through apprentice school with him and enjoyed knowing him.
Phil Helinski
April 7, 2016
Fred and Linda, I was totally stunned to see that Matt has passed. I haven't seen him since the Fry Mechanical days. I wished our paths would have crossed since. Awesome guy that will be sorely missed I'm sure. May God give you the strength you need as days go by.
Brenda Andrews
April 7, 2016
I am so sorry for your loss of Matt. I can't begin to know what you are going through. You are in my thoughts and prayers. There just are no words.
Teresa Frantz
April 7, 2016
Fred & LInda, I was shocked hearing the news of Matt's passing. Heaven has gained another angel. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.
Jason iffland
April 7, 2016
Thinking of you.Matt an I had great times in the past.couple trips up north to the cabin an hanging out at his house. Sorry for your loss.great guy
Matthew Weeber
April 7, 2016
Matt always had zeal for life. His energy was contagious and he shared it freely. It is not the length of a life lived, but simply that it was lived well...Which Matt surely did everyday. Peace to your family in this time of grief.
Angel and Gary Beagle
April 7, 2016
Linda and Fred Gary and I are so sorry Matt has always been a good friend to Gary. I have not been lucky enough to meet Matts daughter and your granddaughter Bristol Gary says she is beautiful I hope she is a source of comfort and like an Angel for you and your husband.
Ken Duncan
April 7, 2016
So so sorry to hear this..
steve & jennifer sampson
April 7, 2016
Sorry to hear about matts passing, I will say a prayer for you guys...
I will remember matt as a friend that would drop anything to help someone out..
Jennifer Adams
April 6, 2016
Linda I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping you in my prayers.
Debbie Lamirand
April 6, 2016
It was a pleasure to take care of Matt! He fought so hard. What a loving family you all are. You never left his side. With great sadness, Debbie Lamirand U of M inpatient dialysis.
Angie Wilson
April 6, 2016
So very sad to learn of Matt passing. I graduated with Matt, we walked together at graduation. You can say we were counterparts on ALOT of fun times, I'm glad that thinking of him always puts a smile on my face. Between Cole, Giles and Lane streets alot of memories made there. I only wish I could have touched base with him at some point throughout the passing years. My deepest sympathy to his family. I've thought of you often Matt, always with a smile! Nice to read some of these condolences and know that people got to enjoy the Matt I once knew. RIP friend
Betty, Samantha,James, Abby, Jaqulin, Todd.Bailey,haiden and Robert Coles, Bankenship, Coles,and Bail
April 6, 2016
Linda and Fred I am so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and Matt's child
Nick Carsten
April 6, 2016
Matt was a good freind and a great journeyman,i enjoyed working with him he was always upbeat,sorry to see him go he will be missed
Connie Smith
April 6, 2016
Linda, Fred and family........ I'm so terribly sorry to hear of your son's passing. May your precious memories bring you comfort during this difficult time.....
Brenda Butler
April 6, 2016
Linda and Family, My heart goes out to you in your time of grieving. So sad for such a young life to be ended. I will say prayers for the lord to get you thru this difficult time.
Brian Craig
April 6, 2016
My name is Brian Craig. I am so sorry for your loss. I've known your son for over 20 years and proud to have called him a friend. I'm a journeyman pipefitter and we got the opportunity to work on a couple jobs together. He was full of life. Never seen him down. Always with a smile. He'll be missed but many great memories to remember him by. Unfortunately I'm out of town on vacation and won't be able to give him my good-bye. Once again with a heavy heart, my condolences to your family.
Judy & Tom Carr
April 6, 2016
Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Matt and my girls were friends,and I had the pleasure of knowing him thru them. He certainly had a zest for life. An angel with a smirk will be amoung us and the OC!
John & Rose Martin
April 6, 2016
So very sorry for your loss. We are praying that God will comfort you and hold you close to his side.
Denise and Elvin Iffland
April 6, 2016
Thinking of you all at this very sad time. He lives in your hearts forever. We will miss him.Love ,Elvin and Denise Iffland and family
Pat Tagsold
April 6, 2016
So, so sorry Linda...I truly know what you are going through. Connie has been gone 14 yrs. in Feb. It never goes away, just gets further away. Prayers coming your way. Pat Tagsold
Sue Camron
April 6, 2016
We were shocked and saddened to hear about Matt. We can not imagine what you are going through but please remember we are praying for both of you. God will give you comfort and strength to get through this. We love you and will continue to pray. Love, Lyle and Sue
Connie & Ken Graf
April 6, 2016
You are in our thoughts and we pray that you will find comfort and peace from family, friends, and God.
Mary Campbell
April 5, 2016
We are so very sorry for the loss of your son Matthew. Our hearts are breaking for all of you. The memories of Scott,Matt&Jeff growing up together on Cole St. Will always be in our hearts. Praying for God's arms around you & for His comfort. We love you,Chuck and Mary Campbell
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