David Lee Smith, 59 Branson, Mo
David moved to Branson, MO in 1990. He married his loving wife, Diane at Silver Dollar City in September of 1991. David enjoyed the outdoor life, including boating, fishing and camping. He was truly a kind-hearted soul, and played Santa Claus for many venues and events over the years, including hospitals and nursing homes, Bass Pro Shops, Dogwood Canyon, Andy Williams Theatre, and the Branson Christmas Parade. David was also very civic minded and volunteered with the Hollister Fire Department.
He entered into rest on October 27, 2022 at the age of 59.
David was preceded in death by his parents, his brother James Smith, and his sister, Rebecca Sheldon.
He is survived by his wife, Diane Smith; step-daughter, Chelsea Hardy; brothers, Eric Smith and Michael Smith; step-grandchildren, Bertram and Isabel Hardy; nieces, Allie Harris, Samantha Sheldon, Jessie Sheldon and Sarah Smith; nephews, Christian Smith, Bradley Smith and Robert Smith; and several great nieces, great nephews and cousins.
Services will be Saturday, November 5, 2022 beginning 1:30 p.m. with visitation and funeral services at 2:00 p.m. in Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home and Crematory, Branson. In David’s memory, memorials can be sent to the donor’s choice of organization.
Snapp-Bearden Funeral Home and Crematory
1638 East State Highway 76
Branson, Missouri 65616
Telephone – 417-334-3670
Fax – 417-336-3670
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