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Mychael Smith

Posted 2026-03-18 by mhenderson
Published by Today's News-Herald on Mar. 18, 2026 -
Lake Havasu City, Arizona -

(May 16, 1952 - March 4, 2026)

Mychael Smith, born on May 16, 1952, was a man of many talents and
passions, embodying the essence of a life well lived. His creativity
knew no bounds, evident in his accomplished career as a musician and his
knack for fixing anything that came his way. From his birthplace in San
Bernardino, California, to his later residences in Orange County, Las
Vegas, and eventually settling in Lake Havasu, Mychael's journey was as
diverse and vibrant as the man himself. As a Teamster, he mastered the
art of the deal, purchasing items, restoring them with his gifted hands,
and finding them new homes, much like his love for classic cars and
motorcycles.

In the words of Albert Einstein, "Creativity is intelligence having
fun," and Mychael was the epitome of this. His love for music was as
infectious as his love for life, an interest he shared with his beloved
wife, Theresa (Terri). Together, they created a harmonious symphony that
reverberated in the hearts of all who knew them. Above all else, Mychael
was a devoted family man. His love for his children, Erinn Cano and
Clayton Smith, and his adoration for his three grandchildren, were the
melodies that truly defined him.

A man of simple pleasures, Mychael found joy in watching Westerns and
spending quality time with his family. He was a loving brother to James
Smith and sister Cyndie Sterner, their bond unbroken by time or
distance. He now joins his parents, Ruth and Herman Smith, in the grand
orchestra of eternity.

Let's celebrate his life, his talents, and the love he shared with us
all. After all, as Maya Angelou once said, "People will forget what you
said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how
you made them feel." And Mychael, with his talent, creativity, and love,
made us all feel extraordinarily special.





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