David Lester Smith

David Lester Smith, age 80, of Kennesaw GA passed away Friday, June 13, 2025. He was born in Buffalo NY on October 31, 1944. David was a loving son, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He will be missed by all that had the honor of knowing him.

David retired as a Senior Designer for 44 years at Cobham-Carleton Technologies-Moog. Additionally, Dave owned four patents. He was an avid philatelist (stamp collector), a hobby that brought him great joy. David was a former member of the Buffalo Stamp Club, as well as a docent volunteer at the Darwin Martin House in Buffalo. He was strong in his Christian faith, serving as an ordained Deacon of the Episcopal Church in the Diocese of WNY. He touched the lives of many people in many ways.

David is survived by his wife Laurie of 18 years, children: Steve (Lauri) and Stacie (Lou), stepchildren: Justin (Amber), Val, Audrey (Joseph), and Sandie (Chris), 11 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.

David is preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Dorothy Smith.

A memorial service will be held at St John’s-Grace Episcopal Church in Buffalo NY. The service will be held on July 12, 2025 at 11:00 AM with a reception following the service at the Parish Hall.

Flowers are gratefully declined. Donations in David’s memory can be made to:

St. Philip's Food Ministries

Checks can be made and sent to St. Philip's at 15 Fernhill Ave. Buffalo, NY 14215

Online giving is set up through PayPal: paypal.me/stphilipsbuffalo