COUDERSPORT, PA - David P. Smith, 70, of Coudersport,
formerly of Austin, passed away with his family by his side under the care of
Cole Memorial Home Care and Hospice on Tuesday, November 13, 2018, in Sweden
Valley Manor, Coudersport, after a long illness.
Born on October 30, 1948 in Johnstown, he was a son of Paul
J. and Olive L. “Betty” Wright Smith.
He was a graduate of Portage High School in Portage, Class
of 1966 and had previously attended St. Joseph Catholic School in Portage. David was a U.S. Army veteran attaining the
rank of Staff Sargent, having served in the Vietnam War, receiving a Bronze
Star medal.
David was employed for over 40 years by Conrail and by
Norfolk Southern Railway.
He was a life member of the Austin VFW Post 7810, a 41 year
member of Coudersport American Legion Post 192, and a life member of the Austin
Costello Sportsmen’s Club. He enjoyed
fishing, going to casinos and making wine. David was a devoted lifetime fan of
the Cleveland Browns.
Surviving are a son, Jeremy D. (Maritza) Smith of York; a
daughter, Erika M. Smith of Toms River, New Jersey; a grandson, Jeziel “Jey”
Smith; three brothers, Robert “Reagan” (Judy) Smith and James (Elaine) Smith,
both of Portage, and Colin (Linda) Smith of Bonita Springs Florida; and several
nieces and nephews.
David was predeceased by his parents.
Family and friends are invited to attend a celebration of
David’s life on Saturday, November 24, 2018, from 2p.m.to 4pm at the
Coudersport American Legion, with military honors being accorded by the Potter
County Honor Guard at 4p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Hospice or a
charity of the donor’s choice.
David’s family has entrusted his care to Kevin J. Dusenbury,
funeral director/owner of the Virgil L. Howard Funeral Home, Shinglehouse.
To express condolences or share a fond memory of David,
please visit www.virgillhowardfuneralhome.com.
