Melvin L. "Mel" Smith

Melvin L. "Mel" Smith of Clearfield died December 4, 2022 at home after a 3 year battle with soft tissue sarcoma.

In his 70 years, he proved to be a hardworking man who enjoyed learning new skills and being challenged with various types of entrepreneurial endeavors. A 1969 graduate of Clearfield High School, Mel was employed at Piper aircraft, learned to be a machinist in the Army National Guard, owned & operated Lynch Knife Grinding Service, owned & operated the Battery Warehouse in DuBois, PA, and was also a custodian at the CMA School. Often working two jobs, Mel was employed in road construction for much of his life, created a thriving rental property business, and was a former Lawrence Township Supervisor & roadmaster.

Mel was the son of Donald Smith and Lucille (Peoples) Smith of Lecontes Mills, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by a nephew and great niece.

Mary (Blowers) Smith, formerly of Woodland, survives as his wife of 50 years. Mel's daughter Melanie Smith, and her husband, Scott Wray, also survive. Mel's son, Melvin "Lynn" Smith, and Lynn's daughter, Evelynn "Evvy" Smith, also survive along with Evvy's brothers Mason Chelgren and Wesley Chelgren. Mel's four siblings-Shirley, Donna, Kathy, and Ken- also survive. Mel's two aunts, Maryann Elensky and Gloria Tripp, also survive, along with numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Mel had attended the Lake Street UM Church, CMA at Clearfield, and Flegal Road Church of Christ.

At Mel's request, there will be no viewing or services.