OBIT: Frederick R. SMITH, 2008, Somerset, Somerset County, PA
  
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   SMITH, Frederick R., DDS 06/18/08 Daily American
  
   Frederick R. Smith, DDS, (known as "Doc" to his friends), passed away June 17, 2008. On
  June 8, he celebrated his 80th birthday. Dr. Smith practiced dentistry in Confluence for
  47 years. He and his wife, Helen, retired and moved to Somerset in 2002. Dr. Smith was
  preceded in death by his parents, brother, and two sons, Freddie and David. He is
  survived by his loving wife of 58 years; two daughters, Patricia and her husband, Ray
  Mishler, Charlottesville, Va.; and Audrey and her husband, Eric Sadler, Somerset; four
  wonderful grandchildren, Cassi, Evan, Erin and Tristan, to whom he will always be their
  "Pap." Dr. Smith was a lifetime member of the American Dental Society, the Pennsylvania
  Dental Society. He was a member of the Confluence United Methodist Church for 47 years
  and more recently a member of the Calvary United Methodist Church, Somerset. For more
  than a half century, Dr. Smith was a member of the Masons and the Confluence Lions Club.
  He was a life member of the Confluence Fire Department. Dr. Smith was also a proud
  veteran of World War II, serving in the Army of occupation forces in Korea. Dr. Smith was
  involved in many aspects of civic life, including his service of six years as mayor of
  Confluence and 16 years on the General Authority of Somerset County. His other community
  activities ranged widely. One could always depend on Doc Smith. Dr. Smith was an avid
  golfer and bowler and at One time shared part ownership of Middlecreek Golf Course. He
  was a great fan and supporter of the Pitt Panthers. During these last few years, he and
  Helen enjoyed their involvement at the Somerset Hospital as active volunteers. Doc Smith
  was a man to always be counted on ...  in the community to man the hot dog stand, sell
  raffle tickets, or to step up and serve in a necessary community endeavor ... in his
  church to chair a committee or see to needed repairs ... in his profession to mentor new
  doctors or dentists ... and in his family to share his love, humor and great wisdom. His
  time on this earth has touched so many and his eternal rest a well deserved thanks for
  his service, love and faith. Family will receive friends from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday at
  Miller's Funeral Home, Somerset. A memorial service will be held 11 a.m. Saturday at
  Calvary United Methodist Church, Somerset. In lieu of flowers contributions may be given
  to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.