
July 21, 1932 ~ September 30, 2012
Charles (Chuck) Vinton Smith, greatly loved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 30 in Murrieta, California. He was surrounded by his loving wife and family during his last days. Chuck was born on July 21, 1932 in Frankfort, Ohio to Vinton and Bernice Smith. He was an Ohio farm boy who grew up to positively impact the lives of thousands in his positions as Orange County Supervisor (First District), Mayor or Westminster, and founding chairman of the Children and Families Commission of Orange County. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps from 1950 - 1954, being promoted to Tech Sergeant, and served honorably in the Korean War. He graduated from Ohio State University with a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering and completed some post-graduate work at UCLA. Chuck was employed for 32 years at Rockwell International in Anaheim as an engineer. Chuck was an active member of many Orange County organizations. Hew as a past president of the Westminster Lions Club, a founding member (with his wife, Nancy) of the Westminster Community Theatre, a former member of the Elks and Kiwanis, a life member of the Masons, and an active mem er of Shelter for the Homeless. He also coached basketball, T-Ball, and baseball when his children were young. He had an immense quest for knowledge and a zest for living. Every moment of his life was lived with purpose and the desire to make a difference. He loved reading, traveling, golfing, fishing, and more than anything loved spending time with his family. Chuck married Nancy on April 9, 1960 in Augusta, Maine. He and Nancy enjoyed 52 years of marriage, sharing an amazing life together. He is survived by his beloved wife, Nancy; daughter Robin Summers (Richard) of Denver, Colorado; son Jeffrey Smith (Shelly) of Murrieta, California; daughter Stacy Munoz (Tony) of Round Rock, Texas; and son, Scott Smith (Kristin) of Gallatin, Tennessee. He is also survived by eleven grandchildren and five great-grandchildren as well as two brothers, Bob Smith (Melanie) of London, Ohio and John Smith (Sally) of Ashville, North Carolina, and several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, please consider donations in Chuck's honor to Hope for Healing Hearts. (hopeforhealinghearts.com) A memorial service will be held on Sunday, October 14, at 12 Noon at the Westminster Rose Center, 14140 All American Way, Westminster, CA 92683. A reception will be held at the same location immediately following the service. A private burial ceremony with military honors will be held at Riverside National Cemetery, Riverside, CA on Monday, October 15.
And none of your retarded people are my fathers family I’m his son I’m his family none of you you rejects are
I’m charles sr. Son and I resent his wife jeana I don’t like her and think it was a mistake for him to marry her and if she has any issues with this message she can contact me at 951 203 3866 I think she’s VERY SHELFISH I love my father always and forever but I don’t support her at all or any one from her family my email is henrys801@yahoo.com
My condolences for Jeanna and her family. You will always be in my prayers for your loss of your husband. God bless you always. God is on the Throne and He always takes care of His own. God’s peace be with you.
Our hearts go out to you Jeanna and doggies too, no words can express how we feel but our love for you is there. just remember God is the connecting wire to give you the strength you will need to live each day ahead. Charlie would want you to take care of your health and express his kindness through you now, take care of your health one day at a time and be strong for him. we will see you soon. love you Jeanna!