Neil H. Smith, 79, of Aventura, FL, died July 6th, 2023 at home in hospice care. Survivors include his beloved soulmate and wife of 56 years, Paula Mack Smith, his cherished grandson, Jordan Taylor Smith, his brother Robert (Phyllis), his lifelong best friend Ron Ginsburg and his wife Mai Mai and daughter Hana Tirosh, and numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. He was a devoted father to his sons, Michael and Willis, who predeceased him. He was also predeceased by his brother Arnold. After graduating from George Washington University in 1967, he began working at Caleb Haley and Co. in Fulton Fish Market. He served as President and CEO from 1986 until his retirement last December. He was known for his wit, intelligence and honesty. He was passionate about sports, politics and his family. He loved rooting for the underdog in sports and life. He was “woke” with a capital W. He was beloved and admired by many.
Psalm 23
The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.
He maketh me to lie down in green pastures; He leadeth me beside the still waters.
He restoreth my soul; He guideth me in straight paths for His name's sake.
Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for Thou art with me; Thy rod and Thy staff, they comfort me.
Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies; Thou hast anointed my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life; And I shall dwell in the house of the Lord forever.
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