Obituary of David Earl Smith

David Earl Smith, 74 of Cherry Ridge passed away on June 15, 2022 in Scranton, Pa. David was born in Cherry Ridge to the late William and Laura (Rollison) Smith on November 18, 1947. He graduated from Honesdale High School. David married Donna Marie Dexheimer on July 28, 1967 in Narrowsburg, NY. He worked as an auto mechanic for 37 years. Before his retirement he was employed by B&B Dodge in Honesdale. David served in the Army National Guard, Co. A 1st Bri., 109 Infantry during the Vietnam War. He was awarded a Bronze Medallion Manager for Outstanding Achievement Service Management in 1975. David is survived by his wife Donna; daughter, Davette Marie Kennedy and her husband Dan; two brothers, William Smith Jr. and James Smith and his wife Dawn; one grandson, Luke David Kennedy. David was preceded in death by his parents, William and Laura Smith; in laws, Paul and Thelma Wilcox Dexheimer; a brother, Arthur Smith and a son, David Earl Smith Jr. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather who will be missed dearly. Memorial contributions can be given to the American Cancer Society. The family of David Smith wishes to extend our sincere thanks to the doctors and nurses of Regional Hospital in Scranton, Pa especially Dr. Getts. Per the request of David, funeral services will be private. Arrangements are attended by the Arthur A. Bryant Funeral Home 1228 Main St Honesdale, Pa