Seaside

Dimple D (Dee Dee) Smith, a beloved teacher and nurse, joined her ancestors on October 17, 2024. Born on June 3, 1932 in Knifley, KY, she was the youngest of five children born to the late Betsy and John White. Most of her youth was spent growing up on alarge tobacco farm.

As a young girl she moved to Topeka, KS where she met her husband, a young soldier, Willie B Smith. They married on Oct 2,1956 and remained married for 55 years until his death Oct 19, 2011. After his military assignment in Munich, Germany, he was stationed at Fort Ord, Ca where they would make their permanent home.

They have lived in Seaside for 60 years. Dee Dee did private duty nursing for several years before segueing into early childhood education. After receiving her degree from the University of LaVerne she taught at the Seaside Child Development Center, where she was recognized for her many contributions including her annual “Children’s Fashion Show” among others. After retiring from teaching she obtained her CNA license and returned to private duty nursing. She was a devoted member of New Hope Baptist Church where she served on several ministries.

Her wake will be held on Monday October 28, 2024 at Bayside Mortuary 1610 Noche Buena Street, Seaside, Ca.

From 11:00am to 3:00pm Funeral will be held at New Hope Baptist Church 1304 Sonoma Avenue Seaside, Ca. On Tuesday October 29, 2024. Viewing at 10:00am Service at 11:00am.