In memoriam
Charles W. Smith (Charlie) was born in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, to Charles E. and Esther Smith on June 20, 1926. Home on the farm was shared with his brother Harold and sisters Mildred, Philimine, Eleanor and Dolores. Charlie and his wife Mary had two children, Greg and Leslie.
While living in York, Pa., Charlie became a senior engineer and trouble shooter at Voith Hydro and soon was traveling the world.
After many successful years with the company, he and Mary moved to Vero Beach, Florida, for a well desired retirement.
During this time of retirement Charlie continued his hobbies which included building and flying radio-controlled planes, boating and fishing, and maintained a presence in the volunteer community including the Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute in Florida.
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