David Floyd Smith

David Floyd Smith, 79, died at home in Wasilla on April 14, 2013, with family by his side.

Dave was born to Floyd and Ellen Smith on June 4, 1933, in Kanakanak. He was the fourth of five siblings, Frank Smith, Joe Smith, Marie Hulke and Ethel Cooper.

Dave was an U.S. Army Veteran stationed at Fort Richardson from March 12, 1953, to March 11, 1955.

Throughout his life Dave loved the Alaska outdoors. He was an avid fisherman, hunter and loved birds. He had various jobs which included; working on the Jonesville Coal Mine, helping build the Whittier and Eklutna tunnels, he was a commercial crab fisherman with his brother Joe, and these are just to mention a few.

His fishing history included involvement in four types of commercial fisheries: crab; seine, set and drifted for salmon; long lines halibut; and commercial pots for shrimp. Fishing was a passion of his.

Dave was a longtime successful Wasilla businessman. He and his wife MaryAnn started Wasilla Aggregate in 1969, the only block and cement plant in Wasilla at the time.

He gave to his community in many ways — he employed many, gave to various sport and charity organizations and was always willing to help out his neighbors.

Dave was known for his strong work ethic and lively character. For a small man in stature, he was large in life. He will be missed by all who knew him.

In lieu of flowers, his family suggests donations in Dave’s name to Wasilla Meals on Wheels or Hospice.

Surviving are his five children, Mike (Sandy) Smith, Steve (Evelyn) Smith, Darrell Smith, Lori (Jason) Hahn and Tim (Darlene) Smith; and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Preceding him in death was his son, Teddy Ray.