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David A. Smith

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Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services - The Walburn Chapel

1547 W. Sherman Blvd.

Muskegon, Michigan

David Smith Obituary

Smith, David A. Muskegon David A. Smith, age 52, died Monday afternoon, June 1, 2015, in North Muskegon, after a long and courageous fight with ALS. Dave was born April 3, 1963 in Muskegon to Irving and Doris (Doctor) Smith; and has been a life resident of the area. Dave retired as Superintendent of Utilities for the City of Muskegon where he had been employed 28 years. He was a member of Allen Avenue Christian Reformed Church and enjoyed coaching soccer, softball and basketball. On May 3, 1986 he married the former Julie Tyler and she survives him along with their 2 daughters, Gillian Leigh (fiance Steven Hoshal) Smith and Olivia Kay Smith; 1 sister, Lori Bailey, brother and sisters-in-law, Eric (Kathy) Tyler, Paulette (Bob) Bosch and Jeri (Jeff Blakely) Tyler; 15 nieces and nephews and several great nieces and nephews. FUNERAL SERVICES will be held 11:00 AM Saturday, June 6, 2015 at Allen Avenue Christian Reformed Church, 695 Allen Avenue, Muskegon, MI 49442 with Pastor Tom Pettinga officiating. Burial will be in Lakeside Cemetery. VISITATION with Dave's family will be 1 hour prior to the service. For a more lasting memorial you are asked to consider the Youth Programs of Allen Ave. CRC. You are also invited to share a memory at www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements by The Walburn Chapel, 1547 W. Sherman Blvd. 231-759-8565

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Published by Muskegon Chronicle from Jun. 2 to Jun. 4, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for David Smith

33 Entries

Teri Kochheiser

June 21, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. i seen how much his family loved him. i am so so sorry

Ann Singleton

June 10, 2015

I was so sorry to hear of Dave's passing. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Sheryl L. Peltier

June 6, 2015

In celebration of David's life...

Sheryl L. Peltier

June 6, 2015

I didn't know David for a long time, but was brave & had so much courage ... I will always remember David as a friend, also sharing an April birthday with him. To the family I offer prayers from the heart-may The Lord bless you during this time, your in my thoughts...

Jan & Brian Westerhof

June 5, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

June 4, 2015

Really enjoyed playing softball with Dave. He was a excellent softball player and a caring person. Sorry for your loss. Gary Mathews

Paulette Bosch

June 4, 2015

Cindy Hines

June 4, 2015

So sorry for your lose, you and your family are in my prayers

June 4, 2015

Lori and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Carolyn

June 4, 2015

Lori,
Sorry for you and your family's loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Pauline Keith

June 4, 2015

Lori so sorry to hear about the loss of your brother xxx

Jon and Brenda Jordan

June 4, 2015

Prayers to Julie and girls for your loss. Dave was a great guy and an awesome softball player. We enjoyed playing on the same church team together where Dave shined with his awesome skills. He will be missed!

June 4, 2015

So very sorry to hear about Dave. Keeping you and your family in my thoughts and prayers Julie. God Bless The Marv NELUND family

Kelli Loughrige

June 4, 2015

Dear Lori & Family, My sincere & deepest condolences on the loss of your Brother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers, Kelli Loughrige

Andy Twork

June 4, 2015

Dave was a great coworker and friend. Understanding and a great friend, God's speed to him!!

Bob Kuhn

June 4, 2015

Julie and girls, It was a honor to work with Dave so many years at the City of Muskegon DPW. He was a great supervisor and good friend. I am sad that we never got to implement some our inner city ministries that he and I dreamed about. I pray for the peace that passes all understanding for you and your family.

Mark Smith

June 4, 2015

Very sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to the family.

Debbie Parker

June 3, 2015

My sincere condolences to you Julie, Gillian and Olivia.

Don Janowiak

June 3, 2015

I first met Dave (AKA "Lefty") when we played little league baseball together for Webber Lumber at Sheldon Park back in the mid 70's. We didn't see each other much after that, but we still would talk when we did. It saddens me to hear that Dave has passed. The world has lost a great man. A special man. My sympathy's are with you. Carry on Dave's spirit and may we all keep a part of him with us at all times.

Tonette Brown Garner

June 3, 2015

Lori:

There are really no words that can ease the pain of losing your brother, so I will just offer prayers to God that He might carry and comfort you while you deal with this painful loss.

Alicia LaFrance

June 3, 2015

Julie & girls, I am so sorry for your loss! Dave was so kind & such a good man. He battled ALS so hard & so did Julie & their daughters. Love & hugs & prayers to you all!

Becky Hamil

June 3, 2015

What I remember of Dave, a.k.a. "D.A.", here at the DPW was his incredible kindness. He will be missed.

Lonna Anguilm

June 3, 2015

I first met Dave many years before either of us worked at the City of Muskegon, I think it was 1984. He sat in front of me in a history class we were both taking at MCC. We were always competing against each other to get the best grade on tests and papers! May you and your daughters be comforted in this time of grief!!

Dave B. Smith

June 3, 2015

Julie and girls, sorry to hear of your loss. Dave was one of the most knowledgeable yet unassuming sports experts I've known and an inspiration to many.

Kelly Zallman

June 3, 2015

I remember Dave, as a kind, fun loving man. I have great memories of him, when he would travel with Julie, and I when we had to do training. So, so Sorry Julie, (and girls)for your loss.

doug loper

June 3, 2015

julie & family it saddens me that david was so young i remember him as a young athletic young man joining our softball team & becoming part of our softball family.years later when i ran into him at city hall we would talk for a while about the old days but he would talk about you & how proud he was of your two daughters. there is now a major hole in your life i am so sorry for this he was a great man and a good friend i too will never forget my speedy lead off left-hander i am sure he is up in heaven now getting a pick-up game going. my thoughts are with you

George & Helene Secord

June 3, 2015

Julie and family ---- so very, very SORRY for your loss... Dave was one in a million and will surely be missed.

Jo-Ann Beals

June 2, 2015

Julie,
We are so sorry for your loss. Our sincere condolence to you and your family. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Gayl and Jo-Ann Beals

Dan Vander Myde

June 2, 2015

Dave, you were a great inspiration to the girls in our softball program and set an example for coaches to follow. My thoughts and prayers are with Julie and the girls.

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