Hurt………Michael "Mike" Clay Smith, age 55 of Hurt passed away Sunday, February 15, 2026 at his residence.

Born March 31, 1970 in Lynchburg, he was a son of Jeannine Smith of Hurt and the late Alvin "Al" Nicholas Smith, Jr. A strong believer in service to others, Mike spent his life giving back in a variety of ways: community theater volunteer, church youth leader, YMCA soccer coach, and most recently track and field coach for Brookville High School. Mike enjoyed camping, traveling, and spending time with friends and family.

He is survived by his mother, Jeannine Smith of Hurt, VA; two sons, Nic Smith and Joseph  Smith of Rustburg, VA; stepson, Daniel McGann-Bartleman of Santa Barbara, CA; brother, Paul Smith (Angela) of Hurt VA; and two nieces, Shanna Petrushak (Eric) of Thomasville, GA and Kaitlin Osment (James) of Bedford, VA; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins .

Mike will be remembered for his good humor, his delicious meals, and his ability to build community and bring people together in any setting or circumstance.

Memorial services will be conducted 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Altavista Presbyterian Church by Rev. Glenn Coleman and Rev. Ed Soto.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Saturday, February 21, 2026 at Altavista Presbyterian Church.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Brookville High School Track and Field, 100 Laxton Road, Lynchburg, VA 24502.

Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family.  Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.