David L. Smith
1937-2023
David Laird Smith passed away at the Prince County Hospital on April 6, 2023 in his 87th year. He was born in Stanley Bridge on February 8th, 1937, the son of Upton Laird and Ella Blanche (Stavert) Smith. David is survived by his wife Mary Gardsmith, children: Aleatha Pickering (Paul), Wesley Smith and Christopher Gardsmith (Ilonka), grandchildren : Mallory Perry (Adam), Justin Pickering (Jana), Lincoln Gardsmith, Michael Gardsmith, Chloe Gardsmith, Rowan Gardsmith and Sawyer Gardsmith. Sister : Alberta Smith residing in Ottawa.
Dave joined the R.C.A.F. in 1956, serving in Eastern Canada and Europe for 30 years. After retiring from the Armed Forces, he moved to Summerside where he owned a service station for a few years. David was an avid golfer, woodworker, Island historian and writer: publishing 5 books. Many of us will remember how much he loved sharing his many life stories with others.
Resting at the Davison Funeral Home Kensington. No visitation of funeral service by personal request. Interment later in Cavendish Cemetery. If so desired contributions may be made to a charity of your choice.
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