Edwin Frank Smith

Edwin Frank Smith

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Edwin Frank Smith, who left us on June 26, 2025, in Dunedin, Florida at the age of 101. He was born on April 22, 1924 in Detroit, Michigan to Henrietta and Frank Smith. Edwin later met his wife of 69 years, Elizabeth, there. Edwin and Elizabeth moved to St. Clair Shores, Michigan in the 1950’s and raised four children. In the 1980’s, Edwin and Elizabeth moved to Clearwater, FL, where they lived until moving to Dunedin, FL.  After Elizabeth's passing, Edwin later married Valerie Lewton Smith in 2017, and they lived at Mease Life in Dunedin, FL.

Edwin was a World War II veteran as a member of the US Army Air Forces, where he was employed as a radio operator. After the war he was employed by Hudson Motor Car company, American Motors, and later Chrysler Corporation as a process engineer. Edwin's military service was celebrated by visiting the War Memorial in Washington, D.C. as an Honor Flight honoree with other World War II veterans.

Edwin was preceded in death by his parents, Henrietta  and Frank, his wife, Elizabeth, and his grandson, Mark. Edwin is survived by his wife Valerie, children Judith Pratt (Philip), Cliff Smith (Betsy), Deborah Matko (Charles), and Mark Smith (Toni), grandchildren Alex, Tamara, Cheryl, Kendra, Alison, Jacob, Jessica, and eight great grandchildren.

Edwin loved his family and was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Edwin had a passion for cars and his family stories were often intertwined with the car that he owned at the time. His stories brought joy not only to himself but to those around him. He was kind and compassionate and had a way of  brightening the days of those fortunate enough to know him.

As we reflect on his life, we celebrate Edwin's legacy of love and wisdom. He leaves behind a world profoundly impacted by his presence. Although he is gone, his spirit will continue to resonate with those he loved.

A memorial service to honor Edwin's life will be announced at a later date. In the meantime, we invite all who wish to express their condolences and celebrate his life to remember the warmth and joy he brought into our lives. Rest in peace, Edwin Frank Smith. You will be dearly missed.