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William Erie Smith

December 25, 1956 — October 16, 2019

Smith, William E., Jr.
Portage, MI

Died Wednesday evening October 16, 2019 at Medilodge of Portage. Bill was born December 25, 1956 in Nottingham, England the son of William M. and Marion Smith. He had been a Portage resident since 1959 and was a graduate of Portage Central High School. Bill worked for Atlas Trucking for 10 years as a parts person and later as a handyman. He was an avid racing fan and enjoyed fishing and working outdoors. Bill was preceded in death by his father. He is survived by his mother, Marion Smith; a sister, Cindy L. Bridges and husband Arthur; a nephew, Spencer Bridges; a niece, Shelby Bridges all of Portage; an aunt and many cousins all of Nottingham, England. Private services and burial will be held at a later date. There will be no visitation. Memorials may be directed to West Michigan Cancer Center. Please visit Bill's personalized webpage for directions, online guestbook, or to leave a condolence. Arrangements were made by the Langeland Family Funeral Homes Burial & Cremation Services, 622 S Burdick St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. https://www.langelands.com


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