Alexis, “Lex,” Claire Smith passed away unexpectedly in her home on August 18, 2019 at the age of 67. She was the beloved daughter of the late Ernest V. and Dorothy B. Smith of Dearborn, MI. Alexis was a long time resident of Williamston, MI.
Lex received her Bachelor of Arts from Michigan State University, class of 1973, where she met her beloved husband (predeceased Robert, “Kelly”, Fairbanks) and life-long friends. Her love for the University motivated Lex to become a member of the staff and establish a career that exceeded 30 years. She worked in the Administrative Information Services Department where she proudly designed and delivered technology training to her clients. Lex was passionate about her teaching and she adored her MSU family.
Lex was a proud owner of five English Cocker Spaniels over the years (Buddy, Sadie, Wally, Emma and Vern). They were all cherished members of her family. She is survived by her sister and brother in-law, Marty (Allen) Forgach of Bloomfield Hills; her niece, Jennifer (Andrew) Smith and their daughter, Brooklyn, currently of Essex, England; her nephew, Michael Forgach of Farmington Hills; her loyal and loving friends Paula Pavloff of Troy and Janet (Mark) Nisbett of Ada.
She will be greatly missed by many. In keeping with Lex’s wishes, no services will be held.
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