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David Smith Obituary

SMITH, David B., 73, of Tampa died peacefully surrounded by his family and friends on April 30, 2014. David retired after almost 40 years from the Hills-borough County Real Estate Department. He was a Plant High Class of '58 graduate and a member of the Tampa Jaycees and a JCI Senator. He was active in United Methodist Men, on the board of Hillsborough House of Hope, and an active member of Hyde Park United Methodist Church where he was a leader in Missions, Men's Ministry, Senior Adult Ministry, and a variety of other small groups. He is survived by his loving wife, Larinda Smith; daughter, Suzanne (Suzie) Dornsmith and husband, Eddie; daughter, Becky Smith; granddaughter, Seren Dornsmith; brother, Joe Smith and wife, Emilie; and many other beloved nieces, nephews, and friends. A Memorial Service and celebration of David's life will be held at Hyde Park United Methodist Church, 500 W. Platt Street, Tampa, FL at 2 p.m. on Monday, May 5. A reception will follow immediately.In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to Hillsborough House of Hope or Hyde Park UMC General Endowment fund. Please sign the online guestbook at www.BlountCurryMacDill.com

Published by TBO.com on May 4, 2014.
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Prayers and thoughts to your family. Worked with David in the Real Estate Dept. and his love of family and God was evident.

Judy Stickler

May 15, 2014

Larinda, I first met you and David as a part of the college age group at Hyde Park UMC back in the 60's before you were married. I was so impressed with David then and appreciated his Christian testimony. I would run into both of you at various events around town over the years and was even a member of the same Jaycees group as
David for one year. I last saw him at the Jaycees reunion luncheon held two years ago at the Floridan Hotel. I always enjoyed talking with him and remembering our long acquaintance. My sincere sympathy to you and all your family in your great loss. God bless and comfort you with your wonderful memories.

Scott L. Peeler, Jr.

May 7, 2014

I'm so sorry for your loss - he is now where he was created to be and we will see him again when we meet Jesus face to face! He was a precious man on this earth and I'm sure a light to all in heaven. Our multi-generational family friendship has been very special. Much love to all of you as you grieve - Lynn Turpin Hendricks

May 6, 2014

On behalf of the Clewis and Anderson families, we extend our sincere condolences to Larinda and the family of our lifelong friend, David. He will always be remembered as a very devoted Christian man to his family and his church, and was a real inspiration to all of us.

Robert and Alburta Anderson

May 4, 2014

A gentle man. Our prayers are with the family. Argen and John Hurley

May 4, 2014

Larinda, Suzie & Becky, please accept our sincere sympathy in David's passing. His legacy is a life which accomplished so much for so many. We feel fortunate to have known him.
Sincerely, Tom & Cathy Storch
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May 4, 2014

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Suzanne Smith

May 4, 2014

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