He was born in Gladys on February 17, 1926, son of the late Ezekial C. Smith and the late Mary T. Smith.
In addition to his wife Frances, he was preceded in death by 3 children, Cheryl A. Smith, Carolyn S. McGuire, and Lisa E. Smith as well as 6 brothers and sisters, Ezekial C. Smith, Jr., Benjamin L. Smith, Susie S. Thomas, Zelma S. Clements, Frances S. Crowell, and Berkeley A. Smith.
David was a member of Calvary Baptist Church. A WW II veteran, he served his county in the United States Navy for 22 years before going to work for Aerofin Corporation from which he retired after 23 years. He had a love of all animals and enjoyed bowling in his spare time.
He is survived by 2 daughters, Sharon S. Moody and her husband William and Linda S. Philbrick and her husband Don; 2 sisters, Rosine S. Wilson and Dolories S. Robertson; 11 grandchildren, 17 great grandchildren, and 5 great-great grandchildren. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews, as well as 3 “granddogs”, Snowee, Sparkle and Pablo.
When attending the service, please maintain social distancing for everyone’s safety. You are encouraged to post a memory, note, or words of condolence to the family by going to the funeral home website at www.whittentimberlake.com.
Friends may stop by Whitten Timberlake Chapel from 9-5 on Wednesday, August 26, 2020 to pay their respects. A graveside service will be held at 2:00 pm on Thursday, August 27, 2020 at Virginia Memorial Park with Pastor Louis Beckwith, Jr. officiating.
