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Chuck Smith
Charles Floyd Smith, also affectionately known as Chuck or Grandpa Chuck, passed away at the age of 90, on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at his home in Pentwater, surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 29, 1934, in Flint, the son of Floyd Charles and Alta Mae (Covington) Smith.
A love story that began in 1951, resulted in a beautiful marriage of 60 years between Charles Smith and Diane (Peterson) Smith. Charles and Diane shared a strong interest in politics throughout their marriage; they loved the conservative party and were very passionate supporters. They also spent many summers camping at Three-Sister Dunes in Pentwater. Chuck and Diane, along with their two children, moved to Pentwater, from Flint, due to their love of Lake Michigan.
Chuck proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1957 – 1959, a part of the 2nd Reconnaissance Squadron of the 8th Calvary Regiment, in Ft. Lewis. He also was educated through Flint Technical High School, graduating in 1952, and then earned a bachelor of science degree in die making from General Motors Institute (GMI). Chuck was employed as a tool and die engineer for most of his career, from 1952 – 1988.
Chuck enjoyed working in his wood shop; his final project was completed in January of 2024. He hand crafted a cradle for his great-granddaughter, Adeline. One activity that he loved the most was going to Gull Landing and listening to and dancing to Mary Rademacher and the Rad Pack. So much so, that he had her perform at his 90th birthday party in July 2024. Along with Chuck’s community spirit and political activism, he also served as Pentwater Township supervisor for many years, able to make meaningful change within the community.
In Chuck’s younger years he enjoyed playing hockey with his son, Paul, and skating with his daughter, Nicole. He also attended every basketball, volleyball, football, and soccer game, and track meets that his grandchildren were involved in.
Chuck is survived by: his daughter, Nicole (Neil) Holladay; sister, Doris Smith; grandchildren, Megan Silvers, Parker Holladay, McKenna Robbins, Kelly Smith, and Julie Smith; and great-grandchildren, Christian, Lily, Grant, Greenlee, Kayson, and Adeline.
Chuck was preceded in death by his loving wife, Diane Smith, on December 17, 2013. He was also preceded in death by: his parents, Floyd and Alta Mae Smith; son, Paul Smith; siblings, Dorothy, Leon, and George.
Funeral Services will be conducted at 11 a.m., Monday, February 24, 2025, at First Baptist Church of Pentwater, 101 South Rush Street, Pentwater with Pastor Mark Lillie officiating. Visitation will be held Monday, from 9:30 a.m. until time of services at the church. Interment will be in Pentwater Township Cemetery, in spring 2025.
Memorial contributions may be made to the COPD Foundation, https://www.copdfoundation.org/, or the Pentwater Public Schools Athletic Boosters.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.
