Emerson G. Smith

Emerson G. Smith, age 95 of Lowell, went to be with his Lord on October 25, 2022. He was born April 29, 1927, in Vermontville, MI, to Francis and Mary Smith. He was preceded in death by his wife of 73 years, Elizabeth “Betty” Smith; his parents; son, Donald Smith; grand-daughter, Maria Rottier; and brothers, Edwin Smith and Bernard Smith. He is survived by his daughters, Mary (Bob) Rottier, Sara Steenwyk; daughter-in-law, Jackie Smith; brother in-law, Bert Boes; sister-in law, Marge Baker; 10 grandchildren; 26 great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Emerson and Betty farmed together for over 60 years and were also members of the Alton Bible Church for over 60 years. Visitation will be held 2-4PM, Sunday, October 30, 2022, Roth-Gerst Chapel, 305 N. Hudson St., Lowell, MI 49331. Funeral services will be held at 11AM, Tuesday, November 1, 2022, at Alton Bible Church, 2780 Lincoln Lake Ave. NE, Lowell, MI 49331, with visitation one hour prior. Rev. Ken Ford officiating. Interment Alton Cemetery. In memory of Emerson, memorial contributions may be made to Tanalian Bible Camp, Attn: Building Fund, PO Box 176, Port Alsworth, AK 99653-0176.