Michael Joseph "Mike" Smith

CRAFTSBURY: Michael Joseph "Mike" Smith,80, of Craftsbury died unexpectedly on March 11,2023, with his wife, Debbie at his side.

He was born January 22,1943, in Craftsbury, grew up in Craftsbury, went to school in Craftsbury, lived most of his life in Craftsbury and died in his home in Craftsbury,

Mike is survived by his children, Tracy, Crystal, Kasey and Tara; many grandchildren and great grandchildren; several nieces nephews and cousins.

He was predeceased by his grandparents, Ma & Pa; his parents, Spike and Irene Smith; brother, Sam and his sister Cherie; his cousin, Pat; Aunt, Vi., Uncle, Ray; and great grandson, Credence Michael McBride.

He is also survived by his stepchildren, Tina Stevens Reil and her husband, Rob, and their children, Raymond and Keith, Karen Stevens, and her daughter, Christina, grandchildren, and great grandchildren.

He loved going for long rides, to Littleton for lunch, Northern New Hampshire to see the moose and feed the geese and trips to Maine, where he would watch the waves at the beach and then on to where he called" The Big Woods". At the same time, keeping an eye out for a Motel with a breakfast bar.

He had a special family in Florida, James & Janice Godin and their children, Zamien, and Kairi and his special grandchildren, Josephine, Lee Ann Godin and Patrick Michael Godin; whom he was able to see, in December 2022, for the best Christmas ever.

Family members that he would like mentioned: Pete, Monique, Suzie, Gail and her husband, Tom, Lori and his brother-in-law, Eddie,

His extended family, Marisa, Hellen and Erin, over the years brought him great joy. He loved them all.

Others close to him, Christopher his wife, Stef, and their children, Kolbey and Serina, of Vermont Mildred and Robert Audet and Dillon of Florida.

There are no services. A gathering in Mike's honor will be held from 1-5 PM on Saturday, June 17th, 2023, at 260 King Farm Road, Craftsbury. Please bring your own drinks and a folding chair.