Clarke "C.D." Smith

Clarke (C.D.) Smith peacefully passed from this world on January 30, 2025 at the age of 59. C.D. was born August 27, 1965 in Grand Island, Nebraska to Ronald (Ron) and Sharon (nee. Shubert) Smith. C.D. was living out his dream of a warm-weather lifestyle with his beloved wife and best friend, Shellie (Flores) Smith, and German shepherd, Zena, in Trinity, Texas at the time of his passing. He will be forever remembered for his infectious laughter, love of fishing, good times with friends, his unwavering loyalty to Nebraska Husker football, and his pride in his family. C.D. spent his life as a salesman – a profession that carried him across the country and into the lives of many. He owned a boat dealership (The Boathouse), sold insurance and manufactured goods, and much more. In this way, his family likes to think that a part of him lives on with every person he served. In particular, he always had a special place in his heart for his employees. C.D. most recently worked as Regional Sales Manager for Boshart Industries. Though his career was in sales, C.D. was, at his core, a scientist. With his education in biology from the University of Nebraska at Kearney, and insatiable curiosity, he never stopped learning and exploring the world around him. C.D. was predeceased by his mother Sharon, and is survived by his father Ron; wife Shellie; sister, Richelle (Curtis, and their daughters, Kaylee and Paige) Cellar; son, Jaydn (Luisa); step-daughter, Salina; step-sons, Tyler (Carolyn, and their daughter Elsie), Shane (Kami, and their children Acelyn, River, Remington, and Reign), and Brandon (Crystal, and their children Maxton and Emersyn), as well as many other family members and friends who were touched by his love and zest for life. A visitation from 5:00-7:00pm Friday, February 14, and a memorial service at 11:00am Saturday, February 15, will both be held at All Faiths Funeral Home in Grand Island, Nebraska. His family invites all who knew C.D. to join them there to celebrate his life. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations be made to “Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Nebraska” – an organization C.D. was involved with and possessed deep respect and affection for. Gifts can be made online at https://www.mentorcentral.org/give.html, or checks can be mailed to: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Nebraska 715 W Anna Street Grand Island, NE 68801 Although he is no longer with us, C.D.’s spirit lives on in our hearts, and in the memories, stories, and lives he touched.

Clarke "C.D." Smith

August 27, 1965 - January 30, 2025

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