| George E. Smith
FAIRFIELD - George E. Smith was born on November 11, 1950 and passed away on May 25, 2011. George is survived by his wife, Peggy Margaret Smith of Fairfield, daughters Heather of Norfolk, VA (US Navy) and Kendra of Fairfield, his stepchildren, Aimee, Christy, Timmy, and 12 grandchildren. George was predeceased by his father George Edward of Maine. He leaves behind his mother, Ruth of Maine, and four siblings
George dedicated his life to service to his country and family. From 1970-1985 he served in the US Navy, US Army, and US Coast Guard. During his residence in Solano County George continued his service as an armed security guard at various companies in both Solano and Sonoma County.
On May 25th, 2011 at approximately 11:20pm a great man was taken from his family and friends in the flash of an eye. There was no time for good-byes or blowing of kisses because he wasn’t able to make it just one block further to his home. George Smith was heading home from his job as a Security Guard; As usual, he traveled down Cement Hill Road in Fairfield. Just outside of Fairfield High School his SUV was struck by another vehicle. The driver who struck him was suspected to be under the influence of alcohol. As fate would have it, just 3 weeks from now, Fairfield High School was to be a very happy location, when his youngest daughter, Kendra will receive her High School Diploma on June 18. His daughter, Heather is in the US Navy currently stationed on the USS Enterprise. His girls aspire to be the best at what they do and they do it with pride and confidence because that’s what their Daddy would want. He wanted them to be fulfilled and to find their place in this world as strong and independent women. His daughters are proud to follow in their father’s footsteps as a member of the Armed Forces and make him very proud by doing so.
George wanted to help people and protect the ones he loved. Never a selfish man, whether he knew you or not. From his wife and children who he loved more than life itself to a waitress at his favorite restaurant, he treated others with compassion and respect. He knew how to make them laugh or smile in times of stress and how to console and listen in times of sorrow. George will be missed by all of those who loved him and were fortunate enough to know him.
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