Friendswood
Sep 17, 1951 – Jun 17, 2023
David Jonathan Smelser, 71, a long time resident of Odessa, TX, passed away on June 17, 2023 in Friendswood, TX at home with family. He was born to Rev. Marjorie and Howard Smelser on September 17, 1951 in Magnolia, AR. David and his family moved to Odessa in 1958 and started a church. He...
Read MoreI knew David . He was my teacher at Bowie Jr. High school. I played guitar on a few occasions accompanying his saxophone. I always wanted to be like him but never could.
Larry Tyler
December 17, 2023 | Other
David was a great man. One of the finest men I have ever known. He will be missed.
James Guill
July 17, 2023 | Friend
A beautiful tribute to a wonderful man. May this homegoing memorial be a time of healing for the entire family. For great sorrow, we have a greater God and the memories suffice until we see one another again. Prayers for all.
Ken Gurley
June 24, 2023
Living Spirit Dishgarden
Lance and Jencie Edwards
June 23, 2023
I have many fond memories of David. He and my husband, Tony Henson, enjoyed playing their saxophones together at West Park UPC, many years ago. I remained in contact with Brenda over the years through social media. What a great loss on earth and greater gain in heaven. Perhaps he and Tony are playing in an angel band and celebrating that they are finally home, healthy and eternally happy. Their cares of life are over. My deepest thoughts and prayers to all of his precious family.
Alicea Henson
June 22, 2023 | Friend
I know he will be missed by all who knew him. David´s father and I were half-brother and sister. David was a good musician and I wish we had not lost touch over the years. Praying for your Family until we all meet again in Heaven.
Rebecca Smelser Brown
June 22, 2023 | Family
He was indeed a kind soul, a wonderful Christian, talented musician and faithful to God and family ! Sending love and prayers to his precious family
John Smelser
June 22, 2023
