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Horton Smith

1925 - 2016

Horton Smith obituary, 1925-2016, Seattle, WA

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1925

DIED

2016

Horton Smith Obituary

RADM Horton Smith

Rear Admiral Horton Smith, 90,

passed away in Seattle, Washington April 29, 2016. He was born in Seattle on June 1, 1925 to Della & Mabel Smith. Admiral Horton Smith was a lifetime resident of the Seattle area, and worked in many roles including Attorney, King County Superior Court Judge, and most notably as a Rear Admiral in the United States Navy. RADM Smith is survived by his wife Leillah Smith, his son Vern, and his daughters Caroline and Corenne. He will forever be loved and missed by those he leaves behind, and known far and wide for the incredible career and legacy he created.

An outdoor gathering will be held in RADM Smith's honor on Tuesday May 17th at 1:00pm, at the Washelli Cemetery next to the Doughboy statue. Please see washelli.com for more information.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Seattle Times on May 15, 2016.

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Mr. Evenstar

August 31, 2025

Thank You Sir.
Blessings to Your Family.
Love and Respect.
In Absolute Sincerity -
Mr. Evenstar

Sea Scouts

April 14, 2024

Admiral Smith was my Sea Explorer Skipper so many years ago in Seattle as a young man, I´m now an old Military Retiree of almost 48 years, your Ex´s last name I believe was Fuller,
Thank You Skipper, you left a strong lasting impression on my life.
Mike Albom, Tucson Arizona

Horton Smith RIP

Mark Eberle

August 29, 2016

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