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November 7, 1957 – June 25, 2019
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Obituary for Brian David Smith
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Brian David Smith, 61, of Wind Gap, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2019, in St. Luke's Hospital, Anderson Campus. He was the former husband of April (Ford). Born in East Stroudsburg, he was a son of Charlayne (Rowlands) Putek of Wind Gap. He served in the U. S. Army from 1976 to 1978. Most recently, he was the former owner of Sign Dog Creations a sign painting company, for several years before retiring due to illness. Brian enjoyed life and especially being outdoors hunting, fishing, and hiking, as well as caring for his dogs Petchey and Brown. He was of the Methodist faith.
Survivors: He is survived in addition to his former wife April, and mother, Charlyne, are a daughter Desiree Smith of Pen Argyl; brothers, Steve Leraris (Marc Yesberger) of Rehoboth Beach, DE; Mike Leraris (Susan) of Nazareth; Joseph Putek (Alicia) of Pen Argyl; 2 grandsons, Draco and Michael. He is also survived by his best friend, Shawna Glover.
Services: Services will be private and at the convenience of his family. Arrangements entrusted to the James Funeral Home, Bethlehem.
Contributions: In memory of Brian, contributions may be made to the Center For Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton PA 18042, or to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Ste. 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.
Survivors: He is survived in addition to his former wife April, and mother, Charlyne, are a daughter Desiree Smith of Pen Argyl; brothers, Steve Leraris (Marc Yesberger) of Rehoboth Beach, DE; Mike Leraris (Susan) of Nazareth; Joseph Putek (Alicia) of Pen Argyl; 2 grandsons, Draco and Michael. He is also survived by his best friend, Shawna Glover.
Services: Services will be private and at the convenience of his family. Arrangements entrusted to the James Funeral Home, Bethlehem.
Contributions: In memory of Brian, contributions may be made to the Center For Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Rd., Easton PA 18042, or to the American Cancer Society, 3893 Adler Place, Ste. 170, Bethlehem, PA 18017.
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James Funeral Home & Cremation Service, PC
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527 Center Street Bethlehem, PA 18018
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Between Market and Broad Streets on Center Street.
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Services are private and at the convenience of the family.
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