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David Smith Obituary
KITTERY, Maine - David Raymond Smith (Smitty), 53, of Kittery died suddenly of natural causes, on July 5, 2013.
He was born in Portsmouth on April 13, 1960 and was the son of Raymond A. and Nancy (Davis) Smith of Kittery, Maine.
A 1978 graduate of Traip Academy, David was an avid sports fan having played on the football and wrestling teams as well as in the band. Dave completed the Apprenticeship Program and worked at the Portsmouth Naval Shipyard as a pipe fitter for most of his career. He was a member of the Maine Players (Corner Pub) Dart Team for many years and a devoted New England sports fan. He enjoyed reading, music, and visiting the camp at Lake St. George.
He is survived by his mother, his daughters: Melissa (Mrs. Aaron) Bertrand, Amanda (Mrs. Chris) Prouse, and his sons Bryon Smith and Stephen Smith all of Florida; his brother, Jeffrey Smith and wife, Sarah of Kingston; his sisters Cheryl Sanborn of Strafford, Vicki (Mrs. David) Wentworth and Teresa Smith, both of Kittery; his four grandchildren Colin and Gavin Bertrand, Dustin and Jace Prouse, and several nieces and nephews. In addition to his father, David was predeceased by his grandchildren Christian and Nicholas Prouse.
Visiting hours are Sunday, July 14th, from 6-8 p.m. at the JS Pelkey Funeral Home 125 Old Post Rd. Kittery and a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Monday, July 15th, at 11 a.m. in St. Raphael's Church, Kittery. David will be laid to rest in Brooks Memorial Park, Eliot.
Family flowers only, please. Contributions may be made, in David's name, to the charity of one's choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Pat McKeel
July 17, 2013
I am just two days older. GOD how could this be? You have taken this son, brother,father, Forever, and grandkids from his knee. We'll never know the reason, We will always ask you "WHY?" But one thing I know for certain, Now there's a "BIG SMILE" in the sky. REST IN PEACE. DAVID
Kimball Auto Body
July 17, 2013
Teresa, We are saddened to hear of your loss. Such a young man. If there is anything we can do......
Attanasio Family
July 16, 2013
Mrs. Smith, So sorry to hear of the sudden death of David. No words. Thinking of you, please know of our prayers for you. Love, Liz and Michael
Vicki, Cheryl, Jeff and Teresa, sending our love from New York, Losing a sibling is difficult. May David rest in the arms of the Angels - The Attanasio Family, Michael, Liz, Meghan and Scott
Gerard Remy
July 15, 2013
So very sorry to hear of Dave's passing. He was known as "Smitty" and "The Samurai." A great guy that left us much too young who will be greatly missed. Most sincere condolences, Gerry.
July 14, 2013
Going to miss playing darts with you smitty sorry for your families loss MAINEIACS
Bill Webber
July 14, 2013
Smitty you were always good for a laugh in Bld 288. You will be sadly missed. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
Laura Niver Barnes
July 13, 2013
I went to school with Smitty and he made band class much more exciting and fun. I'm sure he will be missed by all those whose lives he touched.
Terry Wood
July 13, 2013
Nancy and Family: My sincere codolences on your unexpected loss of your son David
Sharon & Mike Sirois
July 13, 2013
Cheryl, we were so sorry to hear of the loss of your brother. Our deepest sympathy to you and your family , please know that you will be in our thoughts...
david kenney
July 12, 2013
rest in peace david you will be missed by all
July 12, 2013
Smitty was a true free sprit. I always enjoyed talking with him at the shipyard. You have my deepest sympathy. Kevin Clark Portsmouth NH
Cookie
July 12, 2013
RIP Smitty. Always knew he was around. Moral booster when he joined the crew. He was fun and cared about people. Sorry for your loss.
Annette D'Amour
July 12, 2013
I'm sorry to read of Davids passing..he was a yuear behind in me school and I don't think I ever saw him without a smile on his face! My sympathy to his family, friends and loved ones!!
Keno
July 12, 2013
I worked with "Smitty" at PNSY. Never a dull moment when he was on the job. Rest in peace.
Rose Dougherty
July 12, 2013
Dear Nancy and all the family,
I send you my deepest sympathy and love to you. Jack is still in the hospital from his lung surgery. We will have you in our prayers.
Rose & Jack Dougherty
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