Edward Anthony Smith Jr.
November 04, 1949 - August 05, 2019
Laguna Hills CA
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Edward Anthony Smith Jr.
November 04, 1949 - August 05, 2019
Laguna Hills CA
Obituary
Ed passed away peacefully on August 5, 2019 at his home in Laguna Hills, California.
He was born on November 4, 1949 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to his parents Edward and Thelma Smith and grew up there and in New Jersey and graduated from North Catholic High School in Philadelphia. After a Computer Science education, he enlisted in the Navy. Ed served four years where he was stationed in Vietnam, Guam and San Diego, followed by two years as an inactive reservist.
He spent his entire career working in various aspects of the technology field. He was employed by CMC/Pertec, ICOT, Toshiba, Cisco Systems and Fujitsu and ended his career as an independent consultant for several years. Ed declared himself retired on the last Tuesday of September 2018.
Ed was a licensed sailplane pilot (before children), an enthusiastic black and white photographer, coin collector, astronomer, history buff, and aspiring artist. He held memberships in the American Society for Quality, The Elongated Collectors (coins), and Orange County Astronomers. Whether formal or for fun, he continued his education throughout his life. He enjoyed taking classes and courses on a wide variety of subjects, from cooking to technical training and everything in between.
Ed loved his family and was so proud and pleased about even the smallest accomplishments. His wide circle of friends and associates became his “extended family,” and all were recipients of his generous praise and encouragement. He never stopped singing everyone’s praises, and never recognized that as his true gift.
He is predeceased by his father Edward A., mother Thelma B. and brother William M. Smith. He leaves behind his loving wife of over 42 years Pamela, daughter Jessica, son Michael, sister Judy (Paul) Procknow, sister Rita Smith, sister-in-law Melanie (William) Smith, 3 nephews, 6 nieces, 2 great nephews and 1 great niece. He will be missed by all.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you make a donation to the American Heart Association, American Diabetes Association, National Kidney Foundation, or any charity of your choice. Or do a random act of kindness. Let’s do some good in remembrance of Ed.
Remembrance Gathering
- Date & Time: November 3, 2019 (7:00 PM - 9:00 PM)
- Venue: O'Connor Mortuary
- Location: 25301 Alicia Parkway Laguna Hills, CA 92653 - (Get Directions)
- Phone Number: (949) 581-4300
23 responses to Edward Anthony Smith Jr.
Kenneth Clark says:
August 22, 2019
I wish there were words to help ease the pain and loss you are feeling but I know there are none. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
I am grateful for having shared a portion of Ed’s life with me, even though it was only once a year at tax time. I will miss him.
Kenneth Clark says:
August 22, 2019
I wish there were words to help ease the pain and loss you are feeling but I know there are none. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am thankful for having shared a portion of Ed’s life with me during the past 42 years. I will always remember the many good times and discussions we had in the past sitting in my tax office. I will miss him.
Kenneth W Clark says:
August 22, 2019
I wish there were words to help ease the pain and loss you are feeling but I know there are none. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I am grateful for having shared a portion of Ed’s life with me.
I will always remember the many discussions and good times we had over the past 42 years in my tax office. I will miss him.
Kenneth W Clark says:
August 22, 2019
I wish there were words to help ease the pain and loss you are feeling but I know there are none. My thoughts are prayers are with you and your family. I am grateful for having shared a portion of Ed’s life with me. I will always remember the many discussions and good times we had over the past 42 years in my tax office. I will misses him.
Niece Pam says:
August 24, 2019
Uncle Ed, you will be missed. Your sense of humor and kindness will always be remembered. And to Aunt Pam and Family – so very sorry for this. No words can help, I know, but I am thinking of you all.