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Howard Smith Obituary
December 9, 2017
Howard Francis Smith was born 1924 in Cornish, Utah, the middle of five children. He joined the Army Air Force during WWII, rising to First Lieutenant with the 8th Air Force. At the age of 19, he bravely piloted a B17 Flying Fortress in 35 missions over Germany.
After the war, Howard attended University of Idaho and became an organic chemist with a focus on polymers. He invented a breakthrough in primer formulation that became industry standard for 35 years, revolutionizing epoxy aircraft primers.
Howard is survived by his wife Julia and was incredibly proud of his four children, Karen (predeceased), Neal (Samantha), Daniel (Minnie) and Lana (Daniel) as well as granddaughters, Alexandra and Stephanie, and 9-week old grandson, Jack.
Howard was an avid golfer, crackerjack bridge player, American history enthusiast and never missed the daily newspaper crossword puzzle.
Lovingly remembered as gentle and kind, he lived by the Golden Rule. Howard will be deeply missed by his family and friends.
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December 8, 2018
How very sorry we are for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing your Heavenly Father cares for your family during this difficult time. Cherish your memories and look forward to the day He promises to reunite us with our dear loved ones. 1 Thessalonians 4:14
Warmest Regards
The Williams
December 14, 2017
Dear Julia, Lana and Daniel, So sorry for your loss.May you be surrounded by his love and buoyed by joyful memories. Fondly Kathleen and Michael Cox
December 13, 2017
Julia, we are so sorry for your loss. God bless you and yours. Eileen and Nick Curran, 990 Village Lane.
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