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Daniel Smith Obituary

Daniel Shaffer Smith, 82, of Lynn Haven, passed away Sunday, March 11, 2018.

Daniel was born in Edwardsville, IL, and lived in Bay County since 1968, moving here from Gainesville, FL. He retired from Gulf Coast College after serving as financial aid officer and administrator for 28 years. Daniel enjoyed reading fishing, and spending time with his grandchildren. He was an active member of Holy Nativity Episcopal Church where he held various offices during the years. Daniel was a former board member of Life Management Center of NW Florida and the St. Andrew Bay Center, and was a longtime volunteer at his beloved Camp Helen. He also volunteered at the Bay County Drug Council and the Bay County Guidance Center.

Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Faith E. Smith of Lynn Haven; his son, Daniel S. Smith, II of Southport; his daughter, Maria Katherine Walker (Todd) of Lynn Haven; his twin brother, Samuel S. Smith of Waynesville, NC; and grandchildren, Abbie Walker (Robert Palo) of Lynn Haven and Seth Walker (Priscilla Scarborough) of LaGrange, GA.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at Holy Nativity Episcopal Church with Rev. Steven B. Bates officiating. Contributions in Daniel's name may be made to Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, 1011 E. 3rd St., Panama City, FL 32401.


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Published by Panama City News Herald from Mar. 12 to Mar. 13, 2018.
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God bless Dan.he was our advisor when I was at Gulf Coast college. A real gentleman who will be missed by all .

Hamid Madani

August 27, 2019

Dan Smith was the Int'l Student Advisor when I attended Gulf Coast Community College in the late 70s. He made us feel at home when we did not know a single soul in Panama City.. We were int'l students from Iran. At the time, the unfortunate hostage crisis was going on. Dan was human enough to know we had nothing to do with it and we dispised is as much as anyone. One day he called us an said "If anybody harassed you, call the sheriff dept. right away, I've notified them and asked to protect you all." He was a caring, loving and giving human being. I kept in touch with Dan for 36 years. Every year we exchanged Chrismas cards for 36 years.. Until last time when Faith called me and said Dan can no longer communicate and told me what had happened.

I will always cherish the memories of this great man until the last day of my life. Thank you Dan for everything you did for me and many many people like me. My life is richer because of you. Sina John Sadri

Sina Sadri

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July 25, 2018

Dan was such a kind soul. He always had something nice to say to us on Sundays. He was a true gentleman.

Monica Phillips

March 13, 2018

Dan was a great friend to my day(Frank Eiseman)long after they left the college. When my dad was diagnosed with Parkinsons, Dan would visit with him for hours and they would talk about the college days. He would help my mom with things she needed done...he was such a special person. I have such great memories of him. Sending prayers and love to the family.

Jennifer Black

March 13, 2018

To Faith and all the family, we send our thoughts and prayers to you with Dan's passing. We love you.

Ron, Leigh & Brianna Bailey

March 13, 2018

Dan was a great man and will be missed by many. May God be with him and his family. Extended condolences to the family.

David And Friends

March 13, 2018

Dan was one of the first people I got to know at the college when I came to Panama City 37 years ago. We shared many a laugh and story, as well as keeping each other awake at endless committee meetings. He was a caring, sweet person whom I shall never forget. The world is a little colder without him in it.

Sandy Ciccarelli

March 12, 2018

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