Wallace Milton Smith Obituary
The family of Wallace Milton Smith of Portage, Michigan announces his passing on November 8, 2026. Wallace, born on March 21, 1931, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Marion C. Smith and Rhea E. Smith (Porter); his wife Alice Marie Emmons; and his siblings, Ruth Hammond and David Smith (Nancy) of Delton, MI..
He is survived by: his daughters, Denise A. Roberts (Gary) of Vicksburg, MI, Tami L. Geysbeek (Tim) of Fort Mill, SC and Shelly Top (Bruce) of Allegan, MI; his friend Dennis Regan (Patti); and his siblings, Esther Murphy of Fort Myers, FL, Alice Zuiderveen of Bettendorf, IA and Willard Smith (Cathy) of Delton, MI.. He is also survived by 22 grandchildren; and 23 great-grandchildren.
A burial will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 at 1:30 PM at the Fort Custer National Cemetery (15501 W Dickman Rd, Augusta, MI 49012). Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 12th 2026 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Berean Baptist Church (7813 S 12th St, Portage, MI 49024). A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 13th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the same location. He loved playing tennis and was a member of West Hills Tennis Club until COVID interrupted his regular games and he could no longer find any "old" guys who wanted to play!
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Wally's honor may be directed to the Berean Baptist Church Library at the address above.
