Michael Nichols Smith
May 5, 1942 ~ December 30, 2022
Michael Nichols Smith, 80, of Belle Plaine, KS went to be with the Lord on Friday, December 30, 2022. Services to be held at a later time.Michael was born the son of Raymond and Treva (Nichols) Smith on May 5, 1942 in Wichita. KS. He graduated from Southeast High School and went on to Wichita State University, majoring in Geology. After college, Michael went to work for Boeing. He had many roles at Boeing, but retired after 30 years as a Senior Project Manager.Michael was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He also enjoyed photography, books, history, and genealogy. He is preceded in death by his father, Raymond (Lola) Smith; his mother, Treva Jean (Paul) Smith; sister, Jennifer Ruud; grandparents; and uncles.He is survived by his wife, Judy Smith of Belle Plaine; his son, Michael (Elizabeth) Smith; daughter, Kimberly (Joel) Fulghum; daughter, Alicia (Jason) Birkes; daughter, CC Cordova; daughter, Denise (John) Downing; grandchildren, Zachary Birkes, Nicholas Fulghum, Sydney Birkes, Abigail Fulghum, Addison Smith, Gunnar Smith, Emma Smith, Fisher Downing, and Cody Cordova; brother, Max (Deborah) Smith; brother-in-law, Steve Ruud; 4 nieces and 1 nephew.A memorial has been established with: Victory In The Valley, 3755 E. Douglas, Wichita, KS 67218. Services in care of Downing & Lahey Mortuary - East Chapel.
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Have many good memories. My brother and his wife was there for me when I was down and took me in until I got on my feet. He was an avid reader with many hobbies, I always looked up to him and enjoyed his many stories. I will miss him very much
Mike and I got to know each other in Wichita. Mike and Judy relocated to Seattle when Boeing assigned him to a Seattle project. Linda and I had also relocated to Seattle about the same time. We spent a lot of time together. Mike and I went on several elk hunts together during that time. Mike was an enjoyable and knowledgeable fellow that I was proud to have as a friend. Sorry to hear of his death. Condolences to the family. RIP my friend!
Thank you so much for posting on my father’s wall. We will be having a celebration of life for him on March 25 at 2 pm. You can email me if you are interested in details. alicia.birkes@gmail.com
Judy and family, We were sorry to hear about Mike’s passing. Prayers and hugs to you all. John and Debby Purvis.
Daddy,
You are missed beyond words can say. You were the rock of our family and loved by so many people. Please watch over us as we try to travel without you.
Your baby, person, Alicia