Ira Smith

Ira Smith, age 93, of Lakewood, Colorado passed away on Sunday, September 19, 2021. Ira was born April 15, 1928 in the small mountain town of Rose Hill, VA to George and Narcisus Smith. As a young man, he was drafted into the Army and was stationed in Korea. He always maintained a deep devotion to his time in the service.

He was married to Shirley May Love on June 7, 1953, and together they had two daughters, Cheryl and Lori. He worked at PPG Industries as a warehouse manager, and was a member of the VFW and St. Paul's Community Church. He had a passion for flying, and enjoyed traveling and camping. He loved his family and was greatly loved by them.

Ira is survived by: his wife, Shirley; children: Cheryl Cross and Lori Lase; grandchildren: Jason and Tia Cross, Kevin and Hannah Lase, Karen and Michael Rutt, Eric and Melissa Lase, and 11 great grandchildren.

A Funeral Service for Ira will be held Wednesday, October 20, 2021 at 11:00 AM at St. Paul's Community Church, 8001 W 23rd Ave, Lakewood, CO 80214. Interment to follow at Fort Logan National Cemetery, 4400 W Kenyon Ave, Denver, CO 80236. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Wounded Warrior Project or St. Paul's Community Church.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.advantagerunyan-stevenson.com for the Smith family.