David E. Smith

David garnered great respect by colleagues, employees and others who had the privilege of knowing him . Always the "go to" guy for information on a turf grass problem or horticultural issue. I was very saddened today to learn of his passing. My heart goes out to Nancy and Claire and in a small way I share their tremendous loss!

You´ll be missed. Rest well, brother & mentor.

I became acquainted with David as a unit owner at Abbey Springs. Over time I learned how dedicated he was to the development and success of the place and remember being told, "he knows every plant or tree in the place." He worked well with the staff and unit owners to make it what it is today. We will forever be indebted to him. He has been missed since retirement and I regret he will not be able to see the golf course renovations currently underway come to completion next spring. He...

To Nancy and David's Family. In my 9 years of working with David at Abbey Springs I could always count on David to accomplish any task set before him with a smile, a laugh and dedication to not only the golf course but the unit owners with whom he dealt with. We both retired from Abbey Springs within a year of each other and when we would see each other he was always excited to drive the limo but so happy with your grand daughter that he was bursting with pride. He will be in my prayers...

we're so sad to lose such a funderful human being----Dave will be missed greatly. rest in peace dear friend.