Date of Service:
August 08, 2020
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Forrest K. “Smitty” Smith, age 97, passed away Saturday, July 11, 2020.
He was born October 23, 1922 in Philadelphia, PA, served in the Army Air Corps and attended Syracuse University.
Forrest moved to Vero Beach in 1957 and sold schoolbooks for the Grolier and Steck-Vaughn companies.
He attended St. Augustine Episcopal Church, Vero Beach.
Smitty had a strong commitment to the Fatherhood of God, the Brotherhood of All Men, and the Community of Nations. He makes a last and personal appeal that “we cooperate with the United Nations in resolving international disputes.”
He is survived by his four children, Kimbra French, Laurie Smith, Scott Forrest Smith, and Wendy Smith Bushong; seven grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
A Memorial service will be held 10:30 a.m., Sat., Aug. 8th at St. Augustine Episcopal Church.
A Celebration of his Long and Happy Life will be at a later date (due to COVID.) In lieu of flowers or donations, Smitty requests you “say a prayer for peace.”
Arrangements by Thomas S. Lowther Funeral Home & Crematory, Vero Beach.
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Peggy Suchorski - Good friend
July 29, 2020, 8:32 pm
My friend Smitty, So many things I can say about Smitty. This was a man who fair and honest. He loved his country. We did not always agree on some matters but always agreed we could voice our opinions and yet hug when finished the day. He had a special gift with dogs. Loved them and liked to teach them tricks. He always hoped for peace for his family, friends and his country. I will miss him but I look forward to seeing him in heaven where I am sure he is busy learning everyone’s name.
David Bailey - Great friend of Smitty & Wendy since 1980
August 8, 2020, 2:43 pm
I always enjoyed my visits to Vero Beach to visit, and seeing Smitty was always a huge bonus. He was one of the nicest and most genuine people I have met in my lifetime. Always the best conversations, and always ready with a cold beer. I always felt welcome and comfort each time I went to his house. GOD bless you Smitty and thank you for your service to our Country. You will definitely be missed by all. Most definitely one of the bet best people I have known in my lifetime.