Alden (Al) B. Smith, 91

Alden (Al) B. Smith, age 91, passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2024, at Gateway Gardens in Winder, GA. A Celebration of Life was held Saturday, August 10, 2024 at Restoration Church in Bethlehem, GA. Interment followed at Barrow Memorial Cemetery in Winder, GA .

Alden “Al” Smith, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2024, in Winder, Georgia, at the age of 91. He was born on September 1, 1932, in Grants Pass, OR, to proud parents John and Hattie Smith. He later moved as a young boy to Sparks, where his family farmed until he joined the army at the age of 19. Al was a dedicated City Water Superintendent for the City of Valentine for many years, and served in the Army from February 1951 to January 1954, bravely serving our country as a Korean War Veteran. After retiring from the city, Al found joy in working part-time at Smith Falls State Park in Valentine Nebraska and later at Fort Yargo State Park in Winder, GA when his family moved back to Georgia in 2001. In his free time, Al enjoyed gardening and had a green thumb, being able to grow anything in his garden. Al also enjoyed traveling to the beach and he had a knack for winning at casinos, with slot machines being his favorite game. He also enjoyed time spent with friends over coffee each morning.

Al was preceded in death by his loving wife of 49 years, Carol Y. Smith; brother, Alvin Smith (Marian) of Lewiston, ID.

He is survived by his children, Ron Smith (Nancy) of Monroe, GA, Lynn Wood (Jimmy) of Dahlonega, GA, Frank Nash (Linda) of Sarasota, FL, Karen Jenkins (Ray) of Dawsonville, GA, Wanda Schroeder (Claus) of Concord, GA, and Debbie Brown of Atlanta, GA; nine grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; sister, Wilma Moore (Lloyd) of Millboro, SD.

Al will be dearly missed by all who knew him. His vibrant personality, green thumb, and love for laughter will forever be remembered by his family and friends.

In liew of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Bristol Hospice Foundation.

@ http://bristolfoundation.org/