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Dale Smith Obituary
Barnard, VT - Dale Bertram Smith, 70, died unexpectedly on Tuesday September 29, 2015. He was born December 12, 1944 in Red Hook, New York the son of John Bertram and Marguerite (Brenzel) Smith. Mr. Smith graduated from Red Hook (NY) High School in 1963 and then from Middlebury College in 1967. He served in the United States Army in Korea as a 1st Lieutenant. He returned home to marry Kathleen Gearing December 7, 1968. Mr. Smith then went on to get his MBA from the University of Rochester. Mr. Smith began his career at Price Waterhouse in Providence (RI) and in New York City. He went on to work for Tyco International out of Exeter, NH from 1981 to 1994. In 1994 he worked as president of Mueller Group in Decatur, IL before becoming CEO of Mueller Water Products, retiring in 2010 to Barnard, Vermont. Mr. Smith owned thoroughbred horses and enjoyed horse racing very much. He also enjoyed golf and fishing.
Mr. Smith is survived by his wife Kathleen of Barnard, VT, his sons; Timothy D. and his wife Staci of West Greenwich, RI, Brad D. and his wife Wendy of Kannapolis, NC, and 8 grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held Saturday October 17th from 3:00 to 6:00pm at the Albany Marriott, 189 Wolf Road, Albany, NY 12205. An online guest book can be found at cabotfh.com
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Jim Lintz
October 11, 2015
The best days at Mueller Co were the days Dale was in charge. He was my boss and I considered him a friend. He will be missed by all, as he was a direct influence on my career. My condolences to Kathy and the family.
Nancy Wright-Ross
October 8, 2015
Kathy, Tim, Brad and Family
It is a shock to learn about Dale's passing. He was in his prime and enjoying retirement, I am sure. Fortunate for the many who's lives he's touched, we will forever be grateful for his leadership and friendship as I have never known anyone who has made so many positive contributions to so many in life. Rest in peace and know that your life meant so much to so many.
John D'Angelo
October 7, 2015
Dale was a friend of mine, he was a real kind soft spoken gentlemen my dealings with him after my Murller days were positive HE WILL BE MISSED
October 6, 2015
Dear Kathy and family,
Please accept our deepest sympathy. Know that Dale & all of you are in our thoughts & prayers at this difficult time.We will see you at the celebration of his life service on Oct. 17.
Sincerely,
Loretta & Matt Avella
Diane Donohue
October 6, 2015
I feel heartbroken about the passing of Uncle Dale. I'll always remember his teasing and laughter at holiday dinners, the family vacations we shared, and his smile when I worried over my $1 bets at the track every August. Your family is very special to me and my prayers are with you all.
Tom and Holly Fish
October 5, 2015
Kathy, Tim, Brad and Family:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Dale was a great friend, mentor and coworker for the past 39 years. He was also a very special person in that success never changed his base values. He will be missed by many and has left this world a better place.
Frank Monti
October 5, 2015
Kathy, Tim and Brad,
I was very sad to read about Dale's passing. We worked together a great deal at PW in Providence and enjoyed many after-work activities: golf, basketball, softball, etc. Dale was a real genuine person and great team mate in work and out of work. My prayers are with you all.
Denise Miller
October 4, 2015
My thoughts are with you at this very sad time. I will miss how Uncle Dale would try not to smile but there would be a twinkle in his eyes as he teased Aunt Kathy -- and then he would break out in a fun-loving grin. We had so many fun times through the years. I have many fond memories. May your memories help you to smile at this very sad time.
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