Michael R. Smith 1947 – 2020

Valley Springs, CA…Michael was born in Glendale, CA on January 25, 1947 and passed away on September 29, 2020 at his home in Valley Springs. Beloved husband and father who is survived by his wife, Diane and son, Jason of Valley Springs also survived by his brother William of Hawaii and sister, Nanette of Lodi.

Michael graduated from Stockton College, then retired from the Union Pacific Railroad after 30 years of service and later, the City of Stockton after 15 years.

He served honorably in the US Army Reserve as an infantryman and combat engineer for six years, being awarded the outstanding achievement award during battalion training at Fort Ord Army base.