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Edgar Smith Obituary
Edgar F. Smith, 87, of Walnutport, passed away on Sunday, July 28, 2024, at St. Luke's Hospital, Lehighton. He was the husband of Shirley M. (Kocher) Smith, whom he married on June 5, 1976.
Born in Palmerton, he was the son of the late Norman and Margaret (Prutzman) Smith.
Edgar served his country honorably and proudly as a member of the U.S. Air Force, retiring after 20 years of service as a technical sergeant. Following his military career, he worked as a lineman/installer for Service Electric Cable for more than 30 years before retiring.
He was a faithful member of Good Shepherd UCC in Slatington, and also a member of the American Legion in Lehighton and the Veterans of Foreign Wars in Walnutport.
In addition to his wife, Shirley, he will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Todd Furler of Whitehall and Trevor Fronheiser of Walnutport; grandson, Michael Fronheiser; and sister, Clara "Dolly" Gardner of Allentown.
He was predeceased by brothers, Norman, Frederick and Gerald Smith.
Service: A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, Aug. 2, 2024, at Harding Funeral Home, 25-27 N. Second St., Slatington. Family and friends may pay their respects from 10 to 11 a.m. Interment with military honors to follow at Cedar Hill Memorial Park in Allentown.
In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made to Good Shepherd UCC, 3040 Mountain Road, Slatington, PA 18080.
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Memories and Condolences
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Mel Moyer
July 24, 2025
Great memories, Slick! RIP
Mep
Scott Eck
August 4, 2024
As a coworker at Service Electric Cable TV . Edgar was a hard worker. He always had a pleasant demeanor. I am sorry to hear about his loss .
Beverly and Wilson Putt
August 1, 2024
To Shirley and family
So sorry for your loss.
Joan (Smith) Shiban
July 31, 2024
Sincere condolences to Shirley, sons, & grandson.
I always admired & respected my Uncle Edgar. He was the reason I joined the AIr Force as an AF nurse. So grateful I saw you in May.
Rest in peace, Uncle Edgar
Robert J. Miklas, USN.
July 31, 2024
Edgar, you have made your final flight into the wild blue yonder´s. Sergeant, you are now relieved from your post. A job well done fellow veteran. America thanks you for your service to our country in the defense of freedom. The final bugle has sounded and taps is about to sound ending a successful career as a nation´s defender. Have a smooth flight.
Doug Niebell
July 31, 2024
Shirley, please accept my sincere condolences. I'm so sorry to hear about Edgar's passing. I will always remember the times we had together during and after chior. He's in God's hands now singing with the angels!
Rest well my friend, rest well.
Gail Berry
July 30, 2024
Condolence and prayers to the family from Ned & Gail Berry
Grateful
July 30, 2024
Edgar,
Thank You for Your service to our country.
God Bless You!
God be with your family!
Sincerely,
A Grateful American
Mel (Mep) Moyer
July 30, 2024
Edgar (Slick) and I were friends from childhood. We lost contact a few years ago. He was a good man and served his country well! Rest in peace, you paid your dues!
Mep Moyer
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