Dale Raymond Smith
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Dale Raymond Smith, 87, of Coatesville, formerly of Downingtown, PA, passed away on Friday, October 4, 2024, in West Chester, PA. He was the husband of the late Ethel (Ross) Smith who passed away in 2018. Born in Coatesville he was the son of the late Walter Earl and Mary Kathryn (Peace) Smith. Dale was an area resident all his life.
He graduated from Scott High School and then proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He began his career at the Philadelphia Electric Company (PECO) as a lineman and retired 34 years later from the PJM Interconnection as a load dispatcher. He was a clarinet and saxophone player in the Lukens Band for many years. Dale was an avid gardener, enjoyed fishing, stamp and coin collecting, and spending time with friends and Elaine.
He is survived by his sons, Ross E. (Beverly) Smith of Harrisburg, and Stephan D. (Jessica) Smith of Coatesville, grandchildren, Brea (Todd) Mumma of Harrisburg, and Gavin Smith of Coatesville, a brother, Larry (Marcy) Smith of Ogunquit, ME, and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his sister Beverly (Smith) Matthews.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, October 11, 2024, at 11:00 a.m. from the Wilde Funeral Home, Parkesburg, PA, with visitation starting at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be held at a future date at Fort Indiantown Gap National Cemetery in Annville, PA. In lieu of flowers memorial donations can be made to Tunnel To Towers Foundation. To make a donation please click HERE.
Arrangements have been entrusted to the Wilde Funeral Home of Parkesburg, PA. Online condolences can be posted at www.wildefuneralhome.com
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I am very sorry for your loss. I was fortunate to get to know Dale over the last couple of years as he spent a great deal of time with Elaine and our family. He was an old school gentleman through and through. He always had a smile and was sharp as a button. I'll never forget the year we celebrated Christmas with Dale and he participated in our White Elephant exchange. He ended up with a Borgata jacket and he wore it proudly for the rest of that winter. He was a wonderful caregiver and companion to Elaine and I know he will be missed by her. Dale I will think of you fondly every time we go to Woody's on the Eastern shore, I will think of you at the holidays when your special Stella comes around and I will miss your laughter and good nature. May you rest in peace and walk freely with a healthy body. Rest in peace my friend.
So sorry for your loss
Ross and Steven. I am sorry to hear of Dad passing. Sending you and your families peace and grace. 🙏🙏
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On behalf of Boy Scout Troop 117 we express our sincere condolences to the Smith family. Gavin and Steve have been members of our troop for the past several years and we wish them better luck in the future.
Chuck Coxson Assistant Scoutmaster