Harold L. Smith age 86 of Clinton, IA passed away Friday Jan. 31, 2025 at MercyOne of Clinton. Cremation rites will be accorded. Memorial service will be held 2:00 PM Wednesday Feb. 5th at the Pape Funeral Home. Visitation will be Wednesday 1:00 – 2:00 PM at the funeral home. Burial will be at Oakland Cemetery at a later date. Online condolences maybe left at www.papefh.com
Harold was born on May 3, 1938 in Preston, IA the son of William O. and Olive L. (Risinger) Smith. He graduated from Preston High School in 1956. Harold married Judith E. Brandenburg on May 7, 1961 in Andover, IA. Harold was a financial advisor for many years, working for Blue Cross / Blue Shield and Mutual of Omaha.
He was a member of Faith Lutheran Church in Andover, Isaac Walton League for over 50 years, and the I.I. Antique Cars Club. Harold enjoyed fishing, hunting, playing cards, and was an avid Iowa Hawkeyes fan.
Harold is survived by his wife, Judith E. Smith of Clinton, IA; two daughters, Stacie (Bob) Bedford of Iowa City, IA and Dawn (John) Bollard of Oakdale, MN; 3 grandchildren, Sierra, Taylor, and Trenton; 3 great grandchildren, Adler, Jack, and Bennett; and a sister, Berniece Marburger of Clinton, IA. He was preceded in death by his parents and a son, Scott in 2010.
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Judy and family,
The Cruthis family is so sorry to hear of Harold’s passing. I am just seeing this and I’m extremely sad we missed the visitation. Harold and Judy were an awesome team, taking such wonderful care of all three of our children. We are forever grateful for the endless love and exceptional care you gave them. You have our deepest condolences! Love ,
Tom, June, Allison, Sam, and Alex Cruthis
Sending our love and deepest sympathies.
So sorry for your loss. Sending our prayers for peace and loving memories!
Dear Bernice,
We were so sorry to hear of your brother’s passing. Know that you and all of your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jon, Purl, Troy, Logan, and Carley Weber
Hazelwood, MO (Formerly of Camanche and Clinton. Once an Indian, Always an Indian.)
Our sincerest sympathies to the family. Everyone is in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Michelle and Paul
Please accept our sincere Condolences during this difficult time… God Bless you all…????????
Thank you Harold for helping the Hawkeyes beat USC today…
My sincere thoughts and prayers go to Mrs. Smith and the girls, Stacy and Dawn. May GOD welcome Harold into Heaven with open arms.