SMITH, JOHN MILTON age 85, after walking the Alzheimer's journey with dignity and grace, went home to be with his Lord Sunday, January 19, 2020. He spent his last days on earth surrounded by family at home. Funeral Services will be 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Mayfair Bible Church, 5339 W. Pierson Rd., Flushing, MI. Pastor Scott Florida and Rev. Dean Stewart officiating. Interment will be at Flushing Cemetery. Visitation will be Tuesday from 6:00 to 8:00 P.M. at the Reigle Funeral Home, 5501 W. Pierson Rd., Flushing, MI. and from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M. before the services at church. John was born April 2, 1934 in Clio, MI to parents Roy James and Isabel Harriet (Bennett) Smith. He retired in 1994 after a career spanning 52 years for Buick Motor Division. John was a long time member of Mayfair Bible Church where he served as a deacon and an usher team leader for many years. He also served on the board at Flint Christian School and 12 years in the U. S. Navy Reserve. Surviving are wife Judy; children Loretta (Scott) Florida, and Kathryn (Eric) Merrifield; grandchildren Ian Merrifield, Riley (Rachel) Florida, Casey (Jeremy) Renkema, Trevor (Tricia) Florida, Sydney Merrifield, Asnaku Florida, Jasmine Florida, Isabelle Florida, Chloe Florida, John Muoio, Elena Florida, and Ginger Florida and 6 great-grandchildren; siblings Robert (Barb) Smith, Ruth Wright, and Russell (JoAnn) Smith; many nieces and nephews, and his faithful companion Bonnie the poodle . John was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Roy (Juanita) Smith, Bernard (Gwen) Smith, and William Smith. Everyone who knew him knew that relationships with his Savior Jesus Christ and family were the things that mattered most to him. He lived a life marked by integrity, great love, and eternal priorities. Well done! Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the Alzheimer's Association. Condolences may be left On-Line at reiglefuneralhome.com
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