Obituary of Bradley Dale Smith

Bradley D. Smith, 42, of Baroda, passed away on Thursday, October 3, 2013 unexpectedly at his home. Brad was born on August 22, 1971 in Morley, Michigan. Brad graduated from Kentwood High School in 1989, and was a proud member of the Freemasons of Michigan, Lodge # 239 in Three Oaks. In his free time he enjoyed riding his motorcycle, golfing, gardening, cooking, watching NASCAR races, bonfires with friends and most of all he loved fishing and hanging out by the pond with his wife and his faithful friend his dog Max. Most recently Brad worked at the Baroda Tap & Grill, he also worked as a heavy equipment operator. Brad is survived by his parents, wife Traci (Hall) Smith, two daughters, Julia & Jessica Smith of Hancock, Michigan, three sisters; Sheri (Rick) Maddox of Wayland, Michigan, Nicole (Billy) Procter of Florida and Keri (Dan) Madden of Grand Rapids, dear friends Rich, Deb and Robyn Heyn, Jimmy Ray, Mark Overmeyer and Scott Hanson. He is preceded in death by his brother Brett Smith. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 9, 2013 at 3:00 pm at Brown Funeral Home with a time of visitation one hour prior. Pastor Richard Kiser will be officiating the service as well as Masonic Rites will be given by the F & AM Lodge #239. Memorial contributions may be made in Brad's memory to Hospice at Home; 4025 Health Park Lane, St. Joseph, Michigan 49085.