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Joseph was born August 31, 1952, in St. Petersburg, Florida the son of Haskell and Mabel (Davis) Smith.
Joseph married Karen Green on June 22, 1985, in Shelby Twp, Michigan.
Loved by his family and his cat Chuey, Joe loved music especially the Beatles and attending concerts. He enjoyed bowling, camping, exploring the UP, riding motorcycles, playing the drums, and spending time with family and friends. He will be remembered for his kindness, sense of humor, generosity, and loyalty.
Joseph will be greatly missed by family and friends. He is survived by his beloved wife, Karen of 40 years; stepdaughter Tami Hough (Tom Schneider) of Roscommon, MI; stepson Michael Hough (Deborah); grandchildren Aaron and Alexander of Chesterfield, MI; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Joseph was preceded in death by his brother Cecil Arthur Bolling.
Joseph's family has chosen to remember him privately at this time.
Please share a memory or a message online at wagnerfunerals.com. In lieu of flowers, memory donations may be made to your local animal shelter.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Karen Smith
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Joe, you were the love of my life. You made the ordinary feel extraordinary. You made the simple things feel extravagant. My heart holds you forever, bound by a love that transcends time and space. Someday we will be together. May you rest in peace in the arms of angels. Love, your baby doll Karen
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