Harry C. Smith peacefully entered Heaven’s gates on Friday, March 22, 2024. Born on September 22, 1941, Harry lived a good full life. During that time, he played accordion in a polka band for over 50 years, served as United Methodist Men’s president, Boy Scout leader, and youth leader. He also held all leadership positions on the local Lions Club and went onto the district as zone and diabetes chairman.
Preceding his death were his parents Harry and Violet, brother Harold “Richie”, and son Daniel. Leaving behind is sister Harriet (Fred) Lorentz; brother Howard (Lydinne); daughter Tammy (Mike) Simpson; former wife Nancy Smith; granddaughters, Chelsea, Melody, Rachel and Autumn; great granddaughter Ada and nieces and nephews.
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