David Patrick Smith

Mr. David Patrick Smith, 55, a resident of Elba, Alabama, passed away suddenly on Monday, May 16, 2022, in Tallahassee, Florida. A celebration of his life will be held at 11 AM on Friday, June 24th, at the First Baptist Church of Luverne.

David obtained his Bachelor of Science degree, as well as a certification in Electrical HVAC, from Georgia Tech University and went on to work as a supervisor for electrical commercial companies. Those who knew David, affectionately known as “Big Dave,” will always remember his sarcastic and dry, but very funny, sense of humor. His knowledge of and eclectic taste in music was appreciated by all those who met him. He was also known for his great service and activities in Narcotics and Alcoholics Anonymous both in Tallahassee and Elba. He spent the past six years serving as the Alt DCM for District 11 of Alcoholics Anonymous (serving Coffee, Covington, Crenshaw, Dale, and Pike Counties) where he was a true blessing to many.

David was preceded in death by his father, William S. (Sue) Smith; his grandparents, Joseph & Bess Smith and Harry & Opal Utt; aunt, Margaret Ann (Hubert) Holiday; and uncles, Joseph M. (Mickey) Smith, Jack Utt, and Jerry Utt. He is survived by his mother & stepfather, Linda & Benny Williams; beloved sister, Laura K. Smith Jones; stepbrothers, Benny (Terrie) Williams Jr, Richard (Ricky) Williams, and Craig (Lisa) Williams; uncle, Laurence “Larry” (Debbie) Smith; aunts, Sue (Carl) Daniel, Phyllis (Don) Jackson; great-aunt, Ava McKinney; and numerous cousins and lifetime friends.