Lubbock. Dale G Smith 84 of Lubbock went home July 3, 2021. Funeral services will be held at 10:00AM Saturday July 10, 2021, at 78th and University Church of Christ in Lubbock. Interment will follow at Floyd County Memorial Park in Floydada under the care of Resthaven Funeral Home of Lubbock.
Dale was born Nov 26, 1936, in Lakeview Community to G W and Alta (Lloyd) Smith. He grew up in the small farming community of Dougherty, TX. He graduated from Floydada High School in 1955 and went on to West Texas State College to receive a B.S. degree. Dale married Carolyn Stewart on May 30, 1969, in Abilene, TX. Dale taught at various schools In Texas and Colorado for over 30 years. His passion for teaching had the most impact on troubled kids.
Dale had a passion for people and never met a stranger. Students, friends, neighbors, care givers and family. He touched many lives and always with a smile.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years Carolyn, his sons Shawn Smith (Carol) of Durango, CO, Shannon Smith (Elizabeth) of Mansfield, TX and daughter Sharon Craig (Clark) of Ignacio, CO. He was blessed with 8 grandchildren and 13 great grandchildren. And sister Frieda Dunn of Floydada along with many cousins.
The family would like to thank all the staff and care givers of Wilshire Place who looked after Dale. The family suggest memorials be made to the Church of Christ India 501 Kirchwood Dr. Plainview, TX 79072. www.cofcindia.com
