"My deepest condolences to the family. Mr. Smith was such a wonderful gentleman, and will be missed by many. He was a member of our church and faith. Sincerely, Janice Peirson, formerly of Deerfield Beach."
In loving memory of
Gerald Joseph Smith
April 11, 1927 - March 26, 2019
On Tuesday, March 26, 2019, at the Horizon Club in Deerfield Beach, Florida, Gerald Joseph Smith passed away after a brief illness, he was 91.
Born in Chicago, Illinois and a longtime resident of Deerfield Beach, he is the beloved husband of the late Betty C. Smith and Loving father of Donna Faremouth (Charles), Diane Hill (Brad), Dayle Meilahn, Deirdre Sleight (William), Dory Smith Magee (Bruce) and the late Deborah Miller (David). Brother of, Patricia Caldwell. Grandfather of, Dianne Forte, Jordan Strobo, the late Landis Miller, Jillian Hill Carvajal, Colin Hill, Christian Hill, Matthew Hill, Billy Sleight, Frankie Sleight, Jesse Sleight, Kelly Risley, Elizabeth Adams. He is also survived by ten great-grandchildren, Faith, Quinn, Madelyn, Brooklyn, Mason, Monroe, Hans, Locklyn, Danielle, Brittany, and four great-great-grandchildren, Kendal, Kaz, Colton, and Graham.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Tuesday, April 2, 2019, at St. Ambrose Catholic Church, 380 S. Federal Highway, Deerfield Beach, FL 33441 at 9:30 a.m. Entombment with Military Honors will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery in Pompano Beach.
Online condolences may be made at www.HorizonFuneralCremation.com
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"Dear Dory and Family. I?m very sorry to hear about your Dad. Our families had so much fun together over the years! Your parents were always very kind to me growing up in Pompano Beach. I?m so glad I was able to see him not too long ago at the Horizon Club. Our thoughts are with all of you during this difficult time. Now, your Mom & Dad are together again? Scott Courant "
"I only meet him one time, but completely enjoyed his company and lively spirit. Rest in peace..."