Birth date: Jun 10, 1942 Death date: Jun 30, 2020
Smith, Millie “April” Manchester, Michigan Millie April Smith, 78, passed away June 30, 2020 at the St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor Hospital. She was born on June 10, 1942, in Ann Arbor, Michigan to Russell and Mildred (Shupe) Smith. Read Obituary
How could anyone not remember April. She was a such a special woman. I met her at Eastern Michigan University. She made all of us new to the Department of Theatre, feel welcome. Her smile was contagious. It's been many moons and I'm sorry for her loss to all of her family and friends. Sending warm thoughts and memories your way from NYC.
Linda Barker Laundra
March 7, 2021
I just learned of April's passing. I knew her at Eastern Michigan University in the mid 60s. She was a friend to many. April was one of the first groups to receive an MA in theatre from EMU. Always sweet and kind. God bless April.
J. Joyce Cusmano
Harrison Township MI
I moved to Manchester in 2008, and immediately headed for the library. April and her smile were part of the welcome I received, and even though I'm now at the Chelsea Retirement Community, I remember her and Manchester District Library with great fondness. Her love for her "critters" (in her Geek picture) and her joy in books were a gift to everyone who met her.
Julia Strimer
We are neighbors of April's for 22 years. She would always keep an eye on the neighborhood. Stopping by from time to time or just call to ask if one of our dogs had gone missing. We had wals through the properties sharing memories of her chilhood days and teaching our kids of the many different types of plants and animals we'd see. The best was when she came walking out of the woods asking for a ride home. She had taken her van down the trail her dad used to mow to take down a tree stand and got her van stuck in the mud. Later, walking out again, because she had gotten her riding mower stuck.
We will surely miss her.
I remember the watermelon lady on the PALM rides. She was a wonderful lady with a beautiful smile.
She will be missed. Sending prayers.
PJ Smith
I worked with April for several years at the Library. She was so very wise, kind and patient. She was one of the people I missed most when I moved from Manchester. My sincere condolences to her family and close friends.
Diane Schmidt
Dear Vickie, Barb, Megan, Katie and Frank
I am so so sorry for your loss. I only met April a couple of times but knew how important she was to all of you. I know she will be missed and that her legacy of dog and book loving lives on for all of you.
Much love,
Zona
I am so sorry to hear about April. I have known April for many years through her sister Vickie. Our sincere condolences to Vickie and her family.
Steve and Lexanne
Vickie, So sorry to hear of the passing of your sister, Peace to her and to you and Frank.
Chuck Nicewonder
I loved working with April at the MDL for many years. She had such a bright spirit, clever mind, and enormous patience. I thought she was truly special. I'll always remember her chuckle and the way she cared for animals.
