Randall James Smith

Randy earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration from Central Michigan University, where he met the love of his life, Laura. Together, they shared a beautiful life and celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary last year.

He began his career as a welder at the G.M. Willow Run facility. After 10 years with G.M., he accepted a postion in materials with Lear Corporation. During his time at Lear, he worked as a plant manager in Louisville, Grand Rapids, and Kitchner, Ontario. In his last position, he served as the Director of North American Operations, where he was respected for his strong leadership, steady guidance, and unwavering commitment to excellence. A natural problem solver, Randy had a gift for turning even the most difficult challenges into successes.

Randy had a passion for fishing, boating and spending time up north. Above all, he was a devoted husband, proud father, and loving grandfather. He found his greatest joy in time spent with his family, especially his 8 cherished grandchildren.

Beloved husband of Laura; loving father of Matthew and Maria Smith, Kristen and Shad Selleck, Andrew and Jennifer Smith; proud grandfather of Natalie, Nicholas, Dimitriy, and Anya Smith, Drake and Liam Selleck and Brooklyn and Madison Smith; brother of Douglas Smith, Beth (George Duarte) McCormick and Darryl (Cathy) Smith. He is also survived by his nephews Justin (Wendy) and Steven (Lauren) Smith.

The Funeral Service will be at 11:00 am on Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Union Lake Chapel of the Elton Black and Son Funeral Home, 1233 Union Lake Rd., White Lake, Michigan 48386. Visitation will be from 5:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Friday, April 10, 2026 and on Saturday April 11, 2026 from 10:00 am until the time of service.

Interment will be at 1:00 pm on Monday, April 13, 2026 at Glendale Cemetery, 2500 Mt. Hope Rd, Okemos, MI 48864.