Hugh Michael Smith of La Porte, was called home into the presence of God on Sunday, September 10, 2017.
Hugh was born in La Porte, IN, on October 7, 1955 to Hugh Alan and Mary Jaqueline (Thompson) Smith.
On May 23, 1981, he married Nancy Jane Smith who preceded him in death. Surviving are his beloved children, Kristin (Joe) Otter of Indianapolis, IN, Carrye (Mark) Blake of La Porte, Bill (Angie) Smith of New Castle, IN, Emily (Brian) Vander Werf of La Porte, Hugh (Brooke) Smith, Jr. of Grandview, IN, and Robin (Jeremy) Blosser of Rolling Prairie, IN; grandchildren, Joseph, Allie, Emmy, Lilly, Eva, Olivia, Isabella, Amelia, William, Sylvia, and Madeline; his father, Hugh Alan Smith of Washington; siblings, Dawn Wetmore, Jim (Katie) Smith, Cary (Rita) Smith, Dino (Sherry) Smith, and Julie (Don) Gibertini; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his mother; his wife, Nancy; and sister, Mary Smith.
Hugh was a pastor for 28 years. He was passionate about his calling to serve Jesus and was known for continuously sharing the gospel.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11 AM (CST) on Saturday, September 16, 2017 at Cutler Funeral Home and Cremation Center with Pastor Glen Johnson officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Lake Cemetery.
A time of visitation will be held from 4-8 PM (CST) on Friday, September 15, 2017 and from 10 AM (CST) until the time of the service on Saturday at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Women's Care Center of La Porte, 512 Maple Ave., La Porte, IN 46350.
Condolences may be shared with the family online at www.cutlerfuneralhome.com.