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Kenneth Smith

January 16, 1938 — November 5, 2024

Kenneth Smith

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Kenneth H. Smith, 86, of Nazareth, formerly of Bushkill Twp., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 at Parkland Manor. He was the beloved husband of the late Joyce Smith (McNally) to whom he was married to for 57 years before her passing in 2017. Born in Nazareth, Kenneth was a son of the late Harold and Dorothy Smith (Person).

Kenneth proudly served his country during peacetime as a member of the US Army. Kenneth worked as a cutter in various garment factories. With a strong work ethic and passion for his craft, he became a respected member of the International Garment Workers Union. A man of faith, Kenneth was a cherished member of St. John's Evangelical Lutheran Church in Nazareth, finding solace and community within the congregation. He will be remembered for his meticulous care of his yard and flower beds & his shared love of cats with his late wife.

He will be dearly missed by his nieces: Lori Smith of Nazareth and Marjorie Kline of Wind Gap; nephews: Robert P. Smith, Jr. (Anna Nieves) of Kunkletown and Frederick Smith of Nazareth; great nieces & nephews: Ashley, Sarah, Cody and Brandon. Kenny was also predeceased by brother: Robert P. Smith Sr. and his wife Virginia; step-mothers: Anne R. Smith (Temmel) and Isabell Smith (King).

A Funeral Service will be held on Monday, November 11, 2024, at 11:00 AM in St. John's Lutheran Church - 200 S Broad St. Nazareth,18064. Friends and Relatives are invited to call on Monday from 10:00 AM until the time of the services at church. Interment with military honors will follow at Holy Cross Lutheran Cemetery - Bushkill Center. Online expressions of sympathy may be recorded at: bensingfuneralhome.net. Arrangements are under the care and direction of the GEORGE G. BENSING FUNERAL HOME, INC. - Moorestown.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be offered to St. John's Lutheran Church - Nazareth.

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Monday, November 11, 2024

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Monday, November 11, 2024

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200 S Broad Street, Nazareth, PA 18064

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