Birth date: Aug 26, 1930 Death date: Jul 7, 2015
Services to celebrate the Life of Darrell Gene Smith, 84, will be 11:00am, Saturday, July 11, 2015 at Zion Lutheran Church. Burial will be in the Clinton Lawn Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers will be his grandchildren. Visitation Read Obituary
Darrell was my DAD! I treasure the time I had with you and all you taught me. It is easy for me to think of God as a Loving Father because You were such a loving Dad on Earth. I miss you, but I know you are in Heaven waiting for us. Someday we will all be together again for Eternity.
I remember your dad from our times visiting the children's museum. He was a very nice and tall man. Always busy with some task. I know that he was loved!
Theo and family, you have our sincere sympathy. Darrell goes way back for me. we were neighbors. I truly have a lot of memories of the family. That is why I am so sorry that we were not able to attend visitation or funeral. Sincere sympathy to Chuck and family. He was a person that contributed a lot to Clinton.
Sorry to hear of Darrell's passing. I first met Darrell in 1971. The city council was not happy with their current city attorney. Darrell came to my office in the Howes building to meet me and asked me to apply for the City Attorney's position, which was part time. My knowledge of municipal law was limited , at best. However, I did apply, and visited every council member before the 1st council meeting in 1972. I was appointed on a 6-3 vote and survived many more appointment processes and served over 34 years, most of them with him as a council member or Mayor. His job was a lot harder than mine and he was an excellent representative of the citizens of the City of Clinton. He thoroughly understood the issues before the city council. He helped me and he helped many more citizens of the City. He was honest and caring and he was a very good man. He will rest in peace. Bruce Johansen
Darrell and I worked together in many facets. First I had the chance to enjoy time with him at the LumberKings games. He ran the scoreboard along a much younger version of myself. He always had the positive view. Many times he would tell me "we're going to come back and win." That was followed by "it will be the greatest comeback since Lazerus." He also love our arrivedechie sound clip.
I also worked with Darrell in his community service time. Mr. Smith was always willing to speak to me, the annoying radio reporter, and help me understand issues. Little did I know all that government exposure would lead to another career for me.
Now as CCASWA Director, Darrell always talked positively about how our agency is vital to the city and county. He always cautioned the City against any hasty moves in solid waste. He told new council members about how important CCASWA is.
He and his bride always welcomed me when I would occasionally drop in at the Children's Discovery Center.
There are not many who so selflessly gave of themselves for the better good of so many. Darrell Smith was one of those. His reach and influence on our area and our citizens will resonate for years to come. I hope some day Mr. Smith will get the true recognition he deserves.
Thanks Darrell and R.I.P.
Theo and Family -
Darrell was always a big supporter of when I worked in Clinton, Iowa. I enjoyed helping you and him with the launching of the Discovery Center years ago. You two were always giving of your time and energy to the community. Darrell is a prime example of how anyone can give to causes and their community to make it a better place.
Prayers to all of you as you go throw this time, but know Darrell's impact in that little town called Clinton will last forever!
Laura Liegois
Darrell and I drove to Chicago to see a Cubs game. I'm a White Sox fan but had never been to Wrigley field so it was a neat experience for me. Darrell was a Cubs fan of course. We drove to the far western suburbs of Chicago, parked our car, and took the L train to Wrigley. First time I had been on the L train also. I don't even remember who won the game, but I certainly appreciated the time we had that summer day in Chicago. Go Cubs!
