Kenneth Smith

Kenneth (Kenny) Smith, 71, of Jackson, Michigan was born September 20,1951. Kenny made his transition April 29, 2023. Kenny was preceded in death by his parents Hattie and David Smith, brother Franklin David Smith Sr.

Kenny attended Parkside High School in Jackson, Michigan, graduating in 1970. In 1971, Kenny joined the United States Army where he served his country with courage and devotion to duty. In his leisure time, Kenny enjoyed being outside sitting on the porch while drinking his coffee, watching CNN and discussing the news, watched all sports games- including his favorite team,University of Michigan, and enjoyed listening to his radio. Kenny enjoyed all family functions at the home. Kenny enjoyed all his nieces and nephews coming to the house because he knew they would always take care of him making sure he had everything he wanted. Kenny was a loving brother, uncle and a great uncle.

Kenny leaves to cherish his memory: sisters, Brenda (Frederick) Carthell, Velma (Joey) Wilson, Gladys Tanner, Yvette Smith Williams,Carol McMiller, and Laverne Acree; brothers, Terry Smith, and Freeman Sr.; nieces, Shareeka, Chantel (Shawn), Alissa, Meisha, Megan, Marissa, Michelle, Toryata, Tiara, Shannon, Toye, and Stephanie; honorary nieces, Latasha, Talisha (Jason), Kimberly, and Daraeah; nephews, Lerone (Tasha), Marcus, Franklin Jr. (Tami), Anthony (Meaghann), DeAndre, Samuel Jr., Mario, Terrance, and Freeman Jr.; a host of great nieces and nephews; a special great niece, Ka' Nya; and close friend, Sylvester Holman.

Visitation for Kenny will be held on Saturday, May 6, 2023 from 12pm until the time of the service at 1pm at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes (900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing). Burial will be held on Tuesday, May 9, 2023 at 2pm at Ft. Custer National Cemetery.