Dr Philip E. Smith's Obituary
Dr. Philip E. Smith of Fayetteville, Arkansas departed this life at home on July 6, 2008. He was born on October 24, 1919 in Clarion Iowa, the son of Granville W. and E. Mildred Smith. Dr. Smith was a retired field research and development specialist with The Dow Chemical Company. In 1943 he received his Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from Iowa State University. During World War II, Dr. Smith achieved the rank of Major in the United States Army and volunteered to serve with Merrill’s Marauders in Burma where he received the bronze star for meritorious service. His infantry unit operated behind enemy lines and was presented the Presidential Unit Citation. He was a member of the Masonic Order, Kiwanis, American Veterinary Medical Assoc., Iowa State University Veterinary Medical Alumni Assoc., Iowa State Alumni Assoc., and Central United Methodist Church where he served as Chairman of the Older Adult Council, President of the Mr. and Mrs. Sunday School Class, and was a member of the Asbury Sunday School Class. Following his retirement Dr. Smith was able to enjoy a number of his life long interests; raising and training Tennessee Walking horses, reading, and serving the community by delivering Meals on Wheels.
Dr. Smith is survived by his loving wife of 62 years, Barbara; his four children: Lora Oswalt and husband David, Debbie Ranalli and husband Paul, Philip (Flip) E. Smith, Jr.and wife Kathy, and Barbi Godwin and husband David, seven grandchildren and six great grandchildren.
A memorial service celebrating Dr. Smith’s life will be held at Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville on Wednesday, July 9, 2008 at 1:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Central United Methodist Church, 6 E. Dickson St., Fayetteville, AR 72701 or Circle of Life Hospice, 901 Jones Rd., Springdale, AR 72762.
Visitation Date Time None Visitation Location Service Date Time Wednesday, July 9, 2008 1:00 PM Service Location Central United Methodist Church in Fayetteville
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