David R Smith, 76, of Ferndale, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 9th, 2022 at Pine Run Hospice in Doylestown. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late David and Joyce Smith. The Brother of the late Bart D Smith of Downingtown. He was proceeded in death by his wife of 30 years Joanne Mary Smith on September 8th, 1999, his Daughter Marlene Fontanez on January 13th,2009, and his Grandson Julio David Medina on July 22, 2011. David was also fortunate to spend 20 years with the late Johanne M. Bailey. 

He was employed for many years by Pennsylvania State Store and served as a member of the Liquor Control Board. 

David was a member of the United States Army and bravely served his country during the Vietnam War. When he returned home, he became a member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Quakertown post for which he often volunteered. David had a lifelong passion for antique cars and was a long-time member of The Wheels of Time car organization and the National Street Rod Association. 

David is survived by his granddaughter Marie Joanne Isley, wife of Xavier A Isley of Allentown, Brian Edward Gallagher of Nazareth, Jude Annmarie Gallagher of Nazareth, and great-grandson Xavier A Isley Jr. 

Please join us for his Celebration of life that will be held from 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm on Wednesday 19th, 2022 at The Meadow of Saucon Valley, 1770 Meadows Rd, Hellertown, Pennsylvania 18055.