George Smith
February 09, 2014
George Smith, 80, passed away and went to be home with his wife Lulu on Sunday, February 9, 2014 at the Perry Lutheran Home. He was born on June 17, 1933 in Des Moines to Albert and Dorothy Smith.
George retired from John Deere after over 25 years of loyal service. He was a veteran of the US Marine Corps and served in the Korean War. In 1981, George received the gift of life in the form of a kidney transplant from his brother Larry. George was a member of UAW Local 450 and enjoyed gardening, canning with Lulu, fishing and camping. He loved spending time with family and friends and will be greatly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
He is survived by his daughter, Linda (Randy) Heiken; granddaughter, Jennifer (Tyler) McIntosh; grandson, Jeff (Heather) Osborn; great-grandchildren, Zachary, Amanda and Grant McIntosh and Jade and Josie Osborn; 3 sisters; 1 brother; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 56 years, Lulu; 5 siblings; and his parents.
Funeral services will be held at 9 a.m., Saturday, February 15, 2014 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines with burial at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, February 14, 2014 at the funeral home.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Chrisropher Smith
02/15/2014
I have many memories as a kid growing up of all the camping, fishing and family trips we have done together. You have always been there for us kids and we will miss you. I wish my kids had the opportunty to see what a great Uncle you were. Although My Heart weighs heavy right now, im glad your at peace and home with Lu Lu. Love you, God Bless.
Stephen Rios
02/12/2014
My heart and prayers go out to you Linda and Randy. Uncle George I always looked up to. He never knew it. He taught me how to fish. And just the way he lived his life really made an impact on me. I'm praying that God will give your family peace.
Suzie Daggett
02/10/2014
On Behalf of the Bill and Melissa Daggett family, our condolences go out to Linda, Randy and all relatives of George Smith. George and Lu were our neighbors for 30+ years and great friends. Our hearts weigh heavy as we miss our friend but know he is in a better place and Lu wanted him with her for this Valentine's Day. They were the cutest couple and will always be in our hearts.