Howard D Smith Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Howard D Smith of Hutchinson, Kansas, who passed away on December 12, 2025, at the age of 71, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Howard D Smith to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his father Paul E. Smith; his siblings, Bob Smith, Denny Smith and Carlene Ward; his mother-in-law Geraldine Shafer; and his brother-in-law Glenn Shafer.
He is survived by: his mother Verna M. Smith (Loftis) of Hutchinson; his sons, Scott Smith of Kingman, Jamie Smith of Hutchinson and Bucky Smith of Attica; and his siblings-in-law, Dale Shafer of Hutchinson, Craig Shafer (Lindsey Derr) of Hutchinson, Polly Holler (Brad) of McPherson and Jill Shafer of Hutchinson. He is also survived by six grandchildren.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, December 16th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the Elliott Mortuary (1219 N Main St, Hutchinson, KS 67501). A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, December 17th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the Fairlawn Burial Park (2401 Carey Blvd, Hutchinson, KS 67501).
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Hutchinson Animal Shelter or donor's choice, in care of Elliott Mortuary, 1219 N. Main, Hutchinson, KS 67501.
