David J. Smith
October 7, 2025
David J. Smith, 74, of Wichita, Kansas, passed away peacefully in the presence of his children and his priest, Fr. Doug Campbell.
A Vietnam era U.S. Marine Corps veteran, David served as an Avionics Technician, a field he continued to work in as a civilian, as well as computer programming. He was known for his sharp intellect, curiosity, and love of learning. His passions included music, computers, cooking, science, and science fiction.
He is survived by his son, Zechariah Smith; daughter, Sarah Carpenter; and grandchildren, Makayla, Declan, Alison, and Damien.
Rosary will be at 9:30 am, Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 am, Tuesday, October 14, 2025, at Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church, officiated by Fr. Borkenhagen.
He died as he lived—an honorable man.
Services in care of Downing & Lahey East Mortuary.
Services
Rosary: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 9:30 am
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
124 N. Roosevelt St.
Wichita,, KS 67208
Funeral Mass: Tuesday, October 14, 2025 10:00 am
Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church
124 N. Roosevelt St.
Wichita,, KS 67208
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You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Rejoice knowing that your dad is in the arms of Jesus and is no longer suffering. And one day you’ll get to be with him again. We love you son.
Zech
I just want to say
That i’m sorry about your dad passing on,and also to honor you as his son,because you are a really true blessing for your loyalty and compassion for your dad,as you showed us all.