Michael Dale Smith, 62, of Delphi, died Tues.-Dec. 8, 2015 at 2:10am, at Methodist Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born Mar. 27, 1953 in Lafayette, to Glen & Ruby Houser Smith, and they survive. He attended Delphi High School. He worked construction for local contractors. He enjoyed fishing and NASCAR. Surviving: Parents-Glen & Ruby Houser of Delphi; sister-Trudy L. Thompson of Delphi; brother-Tony Smith & (Catherine Martin) of Delphi; and 4 children also survive. Preceded in death by a brother Randy. There will be no services. Abbott Funeral Home, Inc., Delphi, in charge of arrangements. www.abbottfuneralhome.com

Published in the Journal & Courier on Dec. 9, 2015