Max A. Smith
A memorial service for longtime Lamar resident, Max Allen Smith was held on Wednesday, August 11, 2010 at 10:00 AM at the Peacock Family Chapel with Ray Matteson of the Lamar Christian Church officiating. Interment followed at Fairmount Cemetery under the auspices of the Lamar Elk’s Lodge # 1319.
Max was born on August 7, 1930 at Ellsworth, Kansas to George and Minnie Marie (Eads) Smith and passed away on Au
gust 5, 2010 at his home in Lamar at the age of 79.
He is preceded in death by his wife of 40 years, in 2001; Delores Jean (Maendele) Smith, his parents, daughter; Lisa Ann in 1956 and son; Dirk Allen in 2006.
Max is survived by son; Todd Allen Smith, of Lamar; daughter; Tara Sue (Clinton) Hosick of Golden, Colorado, two grandsons; Matthew Allen Hosick of Lincoln, Nebraska and Tristin Osborn of Lamar, granddaughters; Emilie Stickley of Grand Junction, Hanna Jo Hosick of Golden, Colorado, and Danika Noel (Thomas) Harlson of Lamar, and step-sister, Flora Mae (William) Wilson of Westminster. He is also survived by his sister-in-law; Pat Maendele of Cozad , Nebraska , brothers-in-law; David Paul ( Nancy ) Maendele of Kerrville, TX , and Roger Malmstrom of Hutchinson , Kansas as well as numerous other family and friends.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the Ted Applegate Fund-Elks Lodge # 1319 either direct or in care of the funeral home office.
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To the Family of Max Smith,
I have known Dee and Max for a long time but was gone out of town at time of his death. We are so sorry to hear of his passing. Max was always so nice and had a smile every time that we saw him up town. Deepest Sympathy to his family. Arnold and Norma Sneller |
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I wish I could find the words to say how sorry I am. I have no doubt that Max is in heaven. He was so very kind.
Marjorie (Maendele) Bishop-Cumro |
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Max Smith - Max, if there is in Heaven, a Hall Of Fame For Daddies, your picture will most certainly be there. Thanks for the memories and all your patience.
Tara, Todd, Matt, Hannah and family- we are thinking of you and praying your memories and the lessons and laughs he left you with will comfort you. God Bless!
Colt, Sheila (Rowan) and Canyon River Hosick |
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Todd, Tara, Clint and family,
We are so sorry about your loss and apologize for not being able to be there tomorrow. We always enjoyed visiting with Max. He seemed like such a caring person. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Doug, Brandi, Dawson, Davin and Kinley |
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Todd and families,
It is so hard to lose a loved one. Max was loved by many. Although I didn't know Max real well, he was a great guy and will be missed.
Emma Lea & Luther vocke |
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To the Smith family:
Todd and family so sorry to hear of Max's passing. He was a sweet guy and I enjoyed knowing him over the years. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you at this difficult time.
Sincerely Michele Hicks |
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To the Family of Max Smith,
We are deeply saddened by Max's passing. He was always so friendly, no matter where we saw him. He gave uncountable hours of his time to the Elks, and will be deeply missed. Hopefully your happy memories will sustain you through this time. Our deepest sympathy.
Kenny & Mikki Cartwright |
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