Dale Lee Smith

ADRIAN- Dale Lee Smith, 60, of Adrian, Michigan passed away on December 2, 2022. Born on April 12, 1962, Dale was the second of three sons to Nancy A. Smith. Following his graduation from Adrian High School, Dale earned a B.A. in Economics from Kalamazoo College and later went on to earn a Masters in Finance from Eastern Michigan University. From a young age, he began acquiring various residential buildings and even formed his own development company. Thereafter, he went on to earn his J.D. from Cooley School of Law, then returned to Lenawee County to open his own law firm. In 1987, Dale married Gayle Crocker and together they had two daughters: Kelsey Lee Smith and McKenna Ann Smith. Dale is also survived by his mother, Nancy A. Smith, his two brothers, Rick J. (Chantelle) Smith and Brad J. (Chan) Smith, as well as a number of nieces and nephews: Robinson Smith, Ruby Smith, Ravell Smith, Maceo Smith, and Aja Smith. Dale was the life of the party, with his wit and humor drawing in friends from all walks of life. In his free time, he could be found out on the lake, traveling, or frequenting Detroit Redwings games. He religiously attended the Big 10 Basketball Tournament and enjoyed rooting for both University of Michigan and Michigan State University – and when that rival game happened whoever won was his team. He always left a winner. Dale loved hitting the links with his buddies, jawing with his brothers, and blasting music of all genres especially Reggae, but most of all he loved his two daughters; having them join him out on the sandbar, meet up for a college football tailgate, or simply just to sit and play cards after a long summer day. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at 3 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home, in Adrian. Visitation will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Peace Development Fund or Gofundme.com for the benefit of Protect the Irish Hills. Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagley Funeral Home, in Adrian, where online condolences and memories may be shared at www.wagleyfuneralhomes.com.

Dale Lee Smith

April 12, 1962 - December 2, 2022