David William Smith

Nancy - What a wonderful model of love David was; not just for family and friends, but I'm sure for perfect strangers, as well. He was one of my mom's favorite people, and after that service, I understand why. If everyone recounted all the things he'd done for each of them, we would still be in that room! We are blessed to have known him, and my family will always cherish and appreciate the help he was to us during my mom's illness. May God bless you, comfort and strengthen you, and...

Dear Nancy,

We were very saddened to hear of David's untimely passing. He will be remembered by our family as a very kind man and a great friend to my parents. We hope that our prayers help bring you peace during this difficult time.

Dave was a special person who will be greatly missed by Gina & I.
I had the privilege of working with Dave for 22 years before he retired.
Dave took a chance on me by hiring me back when I was a "Young Pup" as he would call me. I am sure there were days when I made him regret that because I was such a "squirrel" but I will always be thankful to Dave for taking me under his wings and teaching me a trade that became a career. Dave became a mentor to me. I would refer to Dave as...

Dear Nancy,
I am so sorry to hear about Dave.
I worked with him for over fifteen years and I learned a tremendous amount from him.
He was incredibly honest and taught me some great lessons. Once at age 18 I asked him if I could use him as a reference for an internal promotion at work. He said "hell no"!. He then told me I spent more time playing than working. Before I left Jaycraft in 2004, I asked Dave again if I could use him as a reference-and I reminded him what he said...

Nancy~ I am saddended to hear of the sudden loss of David. I will always remember him as a kind and true gentleman. Know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers.

"He has a pleasant personality all of his own--no one can duplicate." This message was written on David's senior picture in the school yearbook, so true! I will always remember the great times we had in 4-H, and David and Dennis working for Dad in the grain fields. Our deepest sympathies to all who knew and loved David; he will be truly missed.
Sandy (Walker) Coats

David was a true and wonderful friend--one who would do anything and everything for you. A few years ago, he came to our house and dug postholes when my husband's back went out! He was a gentleman with an unselfish manner and was always willing to give of himself to others. His love and devotion to Nancy were always apparent. My husband and I were fortunate to have shared many good times with David and Nancy. He enjoyed cooking, especially Mexican cuisine, which earned him the nickname...

I worked with Dave for 10 years and we worked hard but we also had a lot of fun. We talked about everything and anything and I got to know him very well. Dave was very intelligent, determined, and persistent; traits that earned him a high level of respect from his co-workers. Dave was also one of the most honest and sincere people I had ever known and I miss him dearly. God bless Dave!

Dear Nancy,
Sheri and I were shocked and saddened upon hearing of David's sudden passing. He was a friend and mentor to me for the 20 plus years we worked together. Sheri felt a close connection to David for the caring he showed to us and our family during the time of my accident in 1995. We will forever keep him in our hearts, he may be gone bur will never be forgotten. May he rest in peace.
Mike and Sheri