Glee Smith Obituary

Just learned of Glee's passing. It is like losing a member of the family. Glee and my mother, Maybelle (Ruby) Bales, were born on what he always maintained was the same day in rural Burdett KS in April 1921. He was always a great friend of the family, as well as our attorney. We were always proud of him as he progressed through the legislature and beyond. He stayed in touch with my mother, especially on her (their) birthdays, until her death in 2013. I live part-time in the farmhouse where she was born. He will be missed and represents the end of a generation.

Shelley &. Tom Jones from Tuscaloosa, AL want to express our sincere condolences; We knew Glee as a Commissioner On Uniform State Laws; Glee was a great person and a true gentleman- He was a great person to work with in governmental affairs and socially as well. He will be greatly missed! Sincerely, Shelley & Tom Jones

Glee will be missed but will remain always in my heart... Loved his stories of how Geri and he met and that he loved her from the moment he saw her!!! Their love and devotion have been inspiring... It was an honor to get to know him.

There will always be an empty seat at First Presbyterian Church where Glee sat beside his beloved Gerry. He was a stately gentleman and a truly gentle man. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him.

One of the rewards of serving on the Kansas 4-H Foundation was serving along side people like Glee. Leadership, Vision, Wisdom, Caring, Friend - a few words that describe Glee Smith. Dan Bonine

I had the pleasure of meeting Glee when I worked at Barber Emerson in college. He was such a kind person who always had a warm smile to share.

Glee was, as a Regent, responsible, hard-working, effective, tilted just a tad toward KU; he was a good guy and fun to be with.

My condolences to the family. May the God of peace comfort you during this difficult time.

My sweet Glee, I will miss you my friend and know that I will always have a candy bar waiting for you. So sad for those you have left behind.

I am very sad to hear of Glee's passing. He and your family were a big part of our family's lives in Larned as we children were growing up. Although his impact was great in his efforts on behalf of the State of Kansas and KU, it was most significant in all the lives he touched along the way. What special memories remain. Thank you Glee, with most sincere condolences for his loved ones.

Sorry to hear of Glee's passing. My condolences to his family. Didn't know Glee personally, met him a few times when we used to cut wheat for his dad and family in Rozel. My brother from Kingman KS sent me told me of his passing and was happy to see what a wonderful man he became.

Ed Baker, Union, KY

Rest Glee, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

I am grateful for the life of First Lieutenant (Ret.) Smith. Thanks to his service and to the service of others in our armed forces, my family and I have been able to lead our lives in freedom and peace.

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

It was a pleasure to have served for a short time on the Kansas 4-H Foundation Board with Glee. I shall remember him as a man of exceptional integrity. I would like to offer my condolences to the family.

We have such wonderful memories of Glee, in the Kansas House & Senate, Uniform State Laws meetings and 4-H Foundation. He will be truly missed.
Joe and Norma Hoagland

So sorry to hear of Glee's passing. He was a great man who did so much for others and had such Jayhawk spirit. He will be missed.