In loving memory of

Paul Edward Smith
June 24, 1947 - September 2, 2007

PAUL E. SMITH MUSCATINE, Iowa #45;- Paul Edward Smith, 60, of Muscatine, died Sunday, September 2, 2007, at his home. Funeral Service will be 3 p.m. on Thursday September 6, 2007, at the Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home, 1931 Houser Street. Reverend Charles Zeck of the First United Pentecostal Church will officiate the service. Casketbearers are Randy Smith, Edwin Steinke, Jerry Miller, Frank Lascelles, Bill Hepker and Bill Stalkfleet. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, September 5, 2007, at the funeral home. Memorials may be made to the family in care of Sabrina Smith. Paul was born on June 24, 1947, in Muscatine, the son of Paul Alvin and Faye Elizabeth Dennis Smith. He married Sabrina Ferreira on August 28, 1987, in Muscatine. Paul was a Vietnam veteran serving in the US Marines. Paul worked at Monsanto for 36 years, retiring in 2005 and was currently working at Boche Plumbing. He enjoyed camping, fishing and spending time with his family. Survivors include his wife, Sabrina Smith of Muscatine; two sons, Joel R. Smith and wife, Jenny, of North Liberty and Randy S. Smith and wife, Deb, of Muscatine; two daughters, Laurie L. Smith and fiance, Nick Sharar, of Muscatine and Megan E. Smith and fiance, Cody Welge, of Muscatine; one granddaughter Jordyn Smith of North Liberty; three brothers, Dorlan Smith and wife, Irene, of Louisa County, Earl Smith of Muscatine, and Chet Smith and wife, Bev, of Louisa County; two sisters, Faye Deloris Cole and husband, Russell, of Muscatine and Bessie Lascelles and husband, Frank, of Muscatine. Uncle Paulie will be greatly missed by his nieces and nephews and also his camping buddies at N amp; L Campground He was preceded in death by his parents and his step-mother, Mildred Smith.

Tributes

Ada Marie Whitworth wrote on Sep 6, 2007:

"Sabrina and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Ada, John, and kids"

Fred Bayne wrote on Sep 6, 2007:

"I worked with PAUL for sometime at Monsanto, Paul was a good friend and will be missed. With respect Fred Bayne"

Heather & Gary Gafeller wrote on Sep 6, 2007:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Paul was a great man and I will miss his oneryness and hillarious comebacks:) If you need anything, please let us know."

Pete Belokopitovs & Linda Douglas wrote on Sep 6, 2007:

"Sabrina and family, Please except out deepest condolences in your loss. I pray Paul had received salvation an is now at rest with God. Keep God in your heart and mind and He will help you thru this time. Bless all of you."

Bill and Judy Hepker wrote on Sep 5, 2007:

"Sabrina and family, We are so sorry for your loss. Paul will be missed by all of us at the campground. His voice has been silenced but his memory will always be with us around the campfire. We shared some great summers and we'll always have those memories. Our prayers are with you always."

TeAnn Wagner & family wrote on Sep 5, 2007:

"Sabrina, Megan and Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers."

Heather and Branden Brossart wrote on Sep 5, 2007:

"Laurie, Randy,and family, I'm so very sorry to hear of your loss. I have a lot of good memories with your family. I'm only a phone call away, if you need to talk. My thought are always with you. Heather Brossart"

Brad, Lori and Dalton Belokopitovs wrote on Sep 5, 2007:

"I'm sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and Prayers are with you."

Ruby Post wrote on Sep 5, 2007:

"Sabrina - I was shocked and saddened by the news of your husbands sudden death. My thoughts and prayers go with you and your family. Ruby"

Heather and Jim Poole wrote on Sep 5, 2007:

"We are deeply sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. "

Shawna, Randy & Ryan Sarver wrote on Sep 5, 2007:

"Although we did not know Paul well, we send heartfelt sympathy for Sabrina and Megan, whom we DID know. Please know we are thinking of you and praying for your peace. We are sure Paul's life was enriched because of you and the wonderful wife that we know you were to him. So long........"

Teresa Murray wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Deb & Family - Sorry to hear of your father-in-laws passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you as we have just gone through this, I know what you are feeling. Keep your chin up - it does get better with time."

Lois Weggen Bevan wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Sabrina, Randy and families, I am sorry to learn of Paul's death. He was a fun guy to know. You are in my prayers and thoughts. He is gone but will never be forgotten. Lois"

Desiree Carroll wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Sabrina & Family: I am so saddened to hear of the loss of Paul. He was a great man who I loved dearly. He treated me as if I was a daughter of his and he was under no obligation to do so. He made people I care tremendously about very happy over the years and he will definitly be missed."

Angie Vasquez wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Sabrina, Megan and Family: I am sorry to hear of your loss. You and the family are in my prayers. If you need anything please do let me know. "

Ernie and Darci Morgan wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Megan and family, We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Your family is in our thoughts and our prayers."

Don and Jan Mahraun wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"We are sorry for your loss, my God be with you and comfort you. I worked with Paul several years at Monsanto. "

Julie Stauffer wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Sabrina & Family: I am sorry to hear of Paul's sudden death. Just remember, to keep your grief light-hearted, and as time goes by, the sorrow will fade, and you will be blessed with beautiful memories of him. Take care and God Bless."

Brenda Dahnke wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Megan, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Take care and God Bless You and your loved ones. Brenda and Family"

Randy Hunter wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Paul and his family lived down the street from me when i was growing up on newell st. Then when i started working at monsanto i found out he was working here . Paul well be missed , many sympathies from the Randy Hunter family."

Karra wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"We are sorry for your loss and we will miss him..... Jess, Karra, and Emery Ryan"

Kae Rudolph wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Sabrina and family: So sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and sympathies are with you. Kae Rudolph and family"

Bryan & Brandi Little wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Randy & Laurie, Although we didn't know your father, we've known you guys for a long time. We're so sorry about your loss. Our thoughts and prayer are with you. Take care."

Julie Burns - Among Friends wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Dear Sabrina and Family. I was so sorry to hear of your loss. I will keep you and your family in my thoughts and prayers. Julie"

NURSE BECKY wrote on Sep 4, 2007:

"Sabrina and Family-- words can't express how saddened I am by Paul's passing. We had a good visit just last week. He gave me a hard time as alway, but we shared some laughs. If there is anything that I can do for all of you-let me know. My prayers are with you."

Laura Knox wrote on Sep 3, 2007:

"I am so sorry for your loss. Paul was a great neighbor to us, always one to tease me about something. He always made me smile, and we'll miss him. Laura"