Michael DeWayne Smith
January 9, 1960 - June 12, 2022
Michael, age 62, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 12, 2022. He was a longtime resident of Independence, LA. Michael was a hard worker who dedicated many years building scaffold. He enjoyed being outdoors, hunting or fishing. Michael loved to ride motorcycles and travelled the country with his friends on his bike. He deeply loved his family and would do anything he could to help others. Michael had many friends and greatly cherished all of his friendships. He was a strong and loving man who will be deeply missed. He is survived by his parents, Rev. Sammy and Lena Smith; sisters, Donna Smith Bennett (Skipper), Joetta Smith Zieske (Gus); brother, Samuel Menard Smith; and several nieces and nephews. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend a visitation from the chapel of Brandon G. Thompson Funeral Home, 12012 Hwy 190 W. Hammond, LA 70401, on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. until the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. Pastor Larry Kropog will officiate with interment to follow in Blood River Baptist Church Cemetery.
Michael, age 62, went to be with the Lord on Sunday, June 12, 2022. He was a longtime resident of Independence, LA. Michael was a hard worker who dedicated many years building scaffold. He enjoyed being outdoors, hunting or fishing. Michael... View Obituary & Service Information