DeSmith, David A.

Fairport: June 5, 2017.

Born in Sodus, eldest son of Abram & Dorothy, and brother to John who predeceased him in 1989.

David was raised in a faith based home and found strength in God. He was active at many churches including the Church of the Good Shepherd, Church of the Assumption, and Eastside Church, participating in various activities including choir, fundraisers, parish council, and Just Faith. He lived his faith, quietly doing good deeds, never seeking recognition. He lived by the Golden Rule and thus made friends readily wherever he went.

David attended the Rochester Business Institute as well as the University of Rochester.

David served his country in the United States Army as part of the 693rd Signal Corps from 1962 through 1967.
David fell in love and married MaryJane Mills in 1964, their love endured the test of time, through 45 years of marriage. He devotedly cared for her through her illness and passing in 2009.

He was employed for thirty nine years by Allstate Insurance Company, retired briefly and then went on to twenty years at Enterprise Rental.
David loved spending time with his five grandchildren (Ryan, Connor, Caleb, Chloe, and Curtis), whether enjoying a ball game, weekend breakfasts, or cheering them on in their sporting & musical endeavors. He always made time for, and treasured, family gatherings. David enjoyed traveling, taking frequent bus trips, and making many special memories with his companion Nancy.

Our beloved Dad was carried home by angels on Monday morning, and welcomed at the gates of heaven by Mom.

Survived by children, Deborah (Jeffry) Bell, Gregory (Sara) DeSmith; grandchildren, Ryan and Connor Bell and Caleb, Chloe, Curtis DeSmith; many nieces, nephews and devoted companion, Nancy Bellini.

Calling hours will be held Sunday, June 11, 2017 (Egypt Location), 7501 Pittsford Palmyra Rd., 1-4PM. Funeral Mass Monday, June 12, 2017 at 11:15 at Church of the Assumption (Fairport) and Interment will follow at St. Michael’s Cemetery in Penn Yan. In lieu of flowers please consider donations to the Keuka Comfort Care Home (PO Box 107, Penn Yan, NY 14527).