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David Smith Obituary
December 3, 1953 - July 9, 2021
Passed away in Harlan, IA. One of the Founding Families of St. Joan of Arc Church and School, 74th and Hascall. Graduate of Creighton Prep 1972. Entered into religious life August 15, 1974. Final Vows and Ordination June 7, 1985. Preceded in death by parents, Daryl and Darline Smith; and sisters-in-law, Lisa Smith and Mary Smith. Survived by siblings, Liane (Tony) Gulizia, Cindy (Jerry) O'Hagan, Shari (Greg) Folger, Bryan (Sandy) Smith, Allan Smith, Lance (Shari) Smith, Danny Smith, and Susie (Patrick) VanDeventer; numerous nieces and nephews.
SERVICES: Wednesday 11am at St. Mary, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Portsmouth, IA. VISITATION: Tuesday 5-7pm, with WAKE SERVICE at 7pm, all at John A. Gentleman 72nd Street Chapel. INTERMENT: Holy Sepulchre Cemetery, Omaha. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Mary, Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church, Portsmouth, IA.
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Joan Saniuk
October 1, 2023
I grew up with Fr. David at St. Joan of Arc and am sad to hear of his passing. Rest in peace, friend.
Bill Nolan
July 9, 2022
Peace my good friend.
Deacon Bob & Lori Hamilton
July 17, 2021
We were very sad to hear the loss of Fr. David. We met him about 20 years ago while he was at Creighton University Retreat Center. The day we met him, he looked like a groundskeeper in jeans and T-shirt. He seemed more of a Franciscan priest than a Jesuit! He led a wonderful retreat for the deacons and wives. Loved his stories and brought scripture alive. May he rest in peace.
Fr. Al Sherbo
July 14, 2021
Did not expect this. A truly good priest and spiritual director. David helped get me through a really difficult time in my life. I will miss him. Cannot make the services, but will offer Masses for him and keep his parishioners and family in my prayers.
Paul Smith
July 12, 2021
Fr Smith was one of the kindest men I have ever known. We used to joke that his demeanor was almost enough for me to become Catholic! He was a valued asset to his community and will be deeply missed.
Don and Mary Assmann
July 12, 2021
So sorry to hear of Fr Smith's passing. He will be remembered as a kind and good man.
Ron and Charlyne Cameron
July 11, 2021
David is our nephew and he will be forever missed. He was loved by all who knew him. We send our love and prayers to the family.
Bill Nolan
July 11, 2021
Thank you for your kindness to me many years ago during our time in St. Paul. Rip my friend.
Fr. Jim Clifton, SJ
July 11, 2021
Well done, good and faithful servant of God!
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