Forrest L. Smith

Obituary
FORREST L. SMITH
Forrest L. Smith, 58, Restaurateur, Philanthropist and Professional Athlete, died Wednesday June 18, in Florida as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident.He was the grandson of Lou Smith, Founder of the Ithaca Gun Co and twice Mayor of Ithaca, NY. Mr. Smith was Chairman and CEO of Smith Foods Corporation, a New York City based food service company. Although he made his living opening and running restaurants, his passion was in helping those who could not help themselves. Most notably, Mr. Smith was former Chairman of the NYC Ronald McDonald House and spearheaded the fundraising efforts for its flagship residence. He was also heavily involved in fundraising for the United Negro College Fund and City Kids, a pro-active program to help inner-city kids stay off the streets.Not to be forgotten are Mr. Smith's personal endeavors. He was a licensed pilot, avid scuba diver, and is presently in the Guinness Book of World Records for the fastest-ever personal water-craft run at 87 MPH.Mr. Smith is survived by his loving wife, Kimberly; daughter, Diana; son, Christian; stepdaughters, Sammantha and Blayre Farkas; mother, Doris; and sister, Dr. Sherry Brothers.Memorial Service will be held July 2, 2003, from 4 to 6 p.m. at Frank E. Cambell Funeral Home. 1076 Madison Ave., New York, NY 10021.