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Dale Smith

Dale Smith

Dale Russell Smith , 88, died December 21, 2023 in Pinellas County Fl.

He was born on December 11, 1935 in Milan, Indiana to Frank M. Smith and Hazel (Caplinger) Smith.

Dale was a graduate of Milan High School in 1954.

Dale married Claudia Toney March 19, 1998 and she survives. He is also survived by daughters Vickie (Bill) Jochum, Tracy Lutrell, son Ted Smith, brother Alec (Dephane) Smith and sister Kay (Bob) Russell, and 3 grandchildren.

Dale was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Hazel Smith, Step Mother Jean Smith, siblings Betty (Merle) Stutler, Jack (Ava) Smith, Dick (Joyce) Smith, Ronald F. Smith.

Services were held at the convenience of the family in Pinellas County Florida.