Norman P. Smith Sr.

Norman Paul Smith Sr., 95, passed away Jan. 5, 2018. Survived by his children, Norman Paul Smith Jr. of Pueblo West and Lenore 'Nore' (Gene) Eckert of New Jersey; sister-in-law, Bobbie Smith of Arvada; grandchildren, Colin Eckert and Grant Paul Eckert; great-grandchildren, Madelyn, Evan and Olivia Eckert. Preceded in death by his wife, Margaret Smith; son, David Smith; and brother, Dale Smith. Norman was born to Paul and Lenore Smith on Sept. 8, 1922, in Deer Trail, Colo. He bought his first airplane and became a crop duster in San Luis Valley at the age 16. At the outbreak of WWII, he was drafted into the Army Air Corps where he remained for the duration of the war as a flight instructor. Norman worked at Singleton Sheet Metal and H&R Block. He enjoyed fly fishing, music and traveling. He especially enjoyed his grandchildren and his years of flying. At his request, there will be no viewing nor services. Cremation, Montgomery & Steward Crematorium. Those who desire, may make memorials to Joni Fair Hospice House, 1207 Pueblo Blvd. Way, Pueblo, Colo. 81005. Online condolences, www.montgomerysteward.com