Church News: Funeral recalls Douglas H. Smith

During funeral services Feb. 4, family, friends and church leaders remembered Douglas Hill Smith — a former general authority — for his tender heart, strong work ethic and steadfast testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ. Elder Smith died Jan. 29, 2009, at his home in Salt Lake City of causes incident to age.Born May 11, 1921, Elder Smith served as a bishop, stake president, regional representative, member of the First and Second Quorums of the Seventy and temple sealer. His wife, Barbara B. Smith, was the Relief Society general president from 1974 to 1984.President Thomas S. Monson presided and spoke at Elder Smith's funeral, held at the Ensign 2nd Ward building in Salt Lake City. President Boyd K. Packer, president of the Quorum of the Twelve, and three family members also spoke.Read the full story on ldschurchnews.com