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Douglas Smith Obituary
Douglas Lin Smith (54) was called to his Heavenly home on March 14, 2011 after a short but valiant fight with cancer. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and son, he dedicated his life to his faith, his family, and his country. He left behind a legacy of love and a strong testimony of Jesus Christ that is mirrored in his children and grandchildren. He was a friend to all who knew him and hero to his family. He is survived by his wife (Allene "Bobbi" Smith) their children (Mary and Eric Talbot, Michelle and Ryan Rodgers, Leslie Smith, Kathryn and Luken Grace, John Smith and Charity Smith), 12 grandchildren, his parents (Clarence and Loraine Smith), his siblings (Scott and June [McClure] Smith, Stephen and Lethia Smith, Miles and Barbra Smith, Kristen and Aaron Coon, Jon Paul Smith, Patti Ann and Robert Spicer, and Jamie Smith) and numerous other friends and loved ones. Visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Wednesday, March 16, 2011 at Menke Funeral Home, 12420 N. 103rd Ave., Sun City, AZ. Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 17, 2011 at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Lake Pleasant Ward, 9543 W. Jomax Rd., Peoria, AZ 85383 with interment to follow at the National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.
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Mike & Jeanette Brimhall
March 28, 2011
Our love and prayers go to your family. May God always watch over you.
Ronda Atkinson
March 21, 2011
Bobbi,
You have been in my thoughts throughout the recent weeks. I am so sorry for your loss and you are missed here at work. Take care of yourself and we will look forward to welcoming you back.
Sherrie Davenport-Dedman
March 18, 2011
Douglas Lin Smith
("BRIGTHS LIGHT")
to ever fill my Heart
Love Ya Always See Ya Later
Bobbie thank you for making
HIM HAPPY I Love You for that.
Jackie King
March 17, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Scott Ivie
March 16, 2011
I am so sorry that I didn't get to have more time to spend with Uncle Doug. I regret every missed opertunity to see or talk with him.
Mike and Michelle Cox
March 16, 2011
We will always cherish the fun times we spent with Uncle Doug, Aunt Bobbi, the cousins, and Pete. Every memory we have of Uncle Doug makes us laugh and there wasn't an electrical toy that he couldn't fix for the kids. Our hearts are hurting that he was taken too soon. His laughter and smile will forever be in our memories.
Mark Ivie
March 16, 2011
We will miss Doug very much! If there is anything you need please let me know.
Kim Trapier
March 16, 2011
To; the Smith Family, I will Miss your dad greatly and I will always be there for each and every one of you. Our time here is so short and we will be seeing them again.
I will not say goodbye. but see ya later.
I will miss you till then Love Kim Ivie Trapier (Milo,Maine)
Emily Harris
March 16, 2011
I will always remember how Uncle Doug always had a smile on his face. He will be missed greatly. God be with you til we meet again, Uncle Doug. Love you. Emily Ivie Harris
Debbie Brooks (Cuevas)
March 16, 2011
To the entire Smith family - My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to you. I have worked with Doug for many years and can't remember a day that he did not have a smile on his face. He will be missed!
Nikki Smith
March 16, 2011
Every memory I have of Uncle Doug has laughter in it. He was an amazing man who will be loved and missed always. I love you. Nikki
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