Birth date: Sep 25, 1947 Death date: Oct 12, 2020
Thomas Earl “T” Smith, 73, of Decatur passed away October 12, 2020. Tom was born September 25, 1947 in Lafayette, IN, son of Otis Earl and Margaret Jane (Deinhart) Smith. He married Judy Grigsby on September 7, 1968 in Decatur, Read Obituary
Jude and the kids, I want to pass on condolences sent by our Aunt Mary Catherine and all the Hobaugh family on Dad's side, from each of the ten families on Mom's side as well as John Wicklein and our childhood neighbor Carol (Wolfe) Shafer. Rest in peace Brother. Have a great time up there with Dad, Mom and Pete.
Dear Judy and family,
We are so sorry to receive this news. In our growing up years, our two families shared so many good times. Even as adults and separated by distance, we have been able to get together and spend time laughing at the memories of times spent in Decatur, East Lansing and West Lafayette. I remember one time being in your basement (as married adults) --- don't remember what the occasion was --- I'm old, you know :-), but it was time for kids to head to bed. one voiced a "No, I don't want to" . Tom responded by saying something like "it is not a good idea to challenge me, in front of all my relatives. There is no way you are going to win!" Much laughter followed --- and do I need to say? kids went to bed.
Our prayers are with you all. May your memories bring you comfort in these difficult days ahead.
Love,
Carol (Hoefer) and Ted Schon
Lansing, MI
