Lisa Anne Smith

Lisa Anne Smith, age 60, of Grand Rapids, passed away the morning of May 7, 2022 at Mercy Health St. Mary’s Hospital. Lisa is survived by her husband of 34 years, Bryan Smith; children, Rachel Thaler, Dr. David Smith, Caitlin Marlowe; grandson, Theodore Marlowe. Lisa and Bryan lived in Byron Center where they raised their three children and many, many pets. Lisa found joy in many things. Gardening was her therapy, which one would know after seeing the beautiful roses and other plants in the yard that she so carefully grew. Her creativity shines through paintings throughout her house and her unique personality which brought joy to all who knew her. As her family has said a million times, “Mom is always right.” Lisa was skilled with technology and worked for many years as an administrative assistant. She spent years teaching children’s church and volunteered by passing out meals in Grand Rapids. Lisa is remembered and sorely missed for her vitality, fabulous style and makeup skills, humor, empathy, and so much more. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 14 at Gaines Church, 1612 92nd St SE, Caledonia. Burial at Chapel Hill Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday, May 12 from 4-7 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Kentwood, and from 10-10:45 a.m. at the church before the service on Saturday. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the SPCA of Southwest Michigan. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.