Howard Smith

Howard L. Smith, 76, of Gladwin, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his loved ones on Saturday, August 31, 2019.  He was born on August 30, 1943, the son of Charles & Pauline (Otey) Smith in Gladwin.  He graduated from Gladwin High School in  the Class of 1961. After high school he continued his education and obtained an Associate’s Degree from Northwood University.  On August 28, 1965, he was united in marriage to his true love Janet Shaw in Gladwin. Howard would later become an Administrator for both the City of Gladwin and the former Gladwin Hospital located on Bowery Street.  After those positons he would later become owner/operator of Wolverine RV in Gladwin until his retirement. Howard was an avid golfer, bowler, and loved horseback riding with his family and friends. There wasn’t anything he admired more than his kids and grandkids.  He looked forward to every sport season knowing that he was going to be able to watch his grandchildren in their events. Left to cherish his memory are his wife of 54 years: Janet of Gladwin; 3 children: Melissa Schiemann of Gladwin, Howie (Becky) Smith of Gladwin & Tammy (Bob) Killian of Beaverton; 6 wonderful grandchildren: Kurtis (Chandler) Schiemann, Kyle (Fiancé: Amber) Schiemann, Karlie (Dalton) Muma, Janessa Killian, Julie Lester(fiancé: Greg) and Jaydon Smith; 1 special great grandson: Cooper Schiemann; brother: Bud (Barbara) Smith; along with several nieces & nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; in-laws: Kenneth & Ola Shaw; daughter: Stacy Lynn Smith; 2 sisters: Leeajo Maclem & Sandy Born. Honoring his wishes cremation will take place and a private family memorial will be held at alater date. The family request that in lieu of flowers donations be made to St. Judes in his memory.  Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home, Gladwin, Michigan. www.hall-kokotovichfuneralhome.com