Galen Eugene Smith

galen smith

March 6, 1952 ~ December 3, 2020

Graveside services for Galen Eugene Smith, 68 of Daingerfield will be 2:00 P.M. Sunday, December 6, 2020 at Omaha Cemetery with Bro. Scott Darby officiating. Arrangements are under the direction of Nail-Haggard Funeral Home.Galen was born March 6, 1952 in Pittsburg Texas to Bobby L. "Cowboy" and Ruby Barnard Smith. He died on Thursday, December 3, 2020.He was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Daingerfield. He graduated from Daingerfield High School, class of 1970. He received his bachelor's degree from Sam Houston State University and Masters from Texas A & I. He served in Education for 29 years and was Assistant Principle at Daingerfield High School and Principle at West Elementary.He was preceded in death by his parents, step-father Cecil Pearson, brothers Jimmy Smith and Bobby L. "Butch" Smith, Jr. Survived by his wife Deborah Owens Smith of Daingerfield, children Andy Smith and wife Mary of Burleson, Jessica Almendarez and husband Shane of Tyler, Leslie Sheridan and wife Destiny of Diana; sister Jacki Brown and husband Gene of Naples and brother Johnny Smith of Daingerfield; 6 grandchildren Mason and Madison Smith, Olivia Almendarez, Alex, Kandon and Ella Sheridan; Anyone wishing may pay there respects from 4 till 6p.m. Saturday at the funeral home.Online condolences may be made at Nail-HaggardFH.com

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  1. Bobby and Martha Baker says:

    I enjoyed my years working with Galen at West Elementary. He tried to always have a smile. Debbie, We are praying for you and your family during this time.

  2. Bobby and Martha Baker says:

    I enjoyed my years working with Galen at West Elementary. He tried to always have a smile. Debbie, We are praying for you and your family during this time.

  3. Debbie, my heart is hurting for you. You and Galen were such a sweet and wonderful couple, Galen will be missed by all who new him. You are in my prayers. May God comfort you as only he can.

  4. Debbie, my heart is hurting for you. You and Galen were such a sweet and wonderful couple, Galen will be missed by all who new him. You are in my prayers. May God comfort you as only he can.

  5. Sorry to hear of the passing of old friend and classmate Galen Smith. My condolences to Deb and his family. He was well thought of by his peers and his gentle soul will be missed.

  6. Sorry to hear of the passing of old friend and classmate Galen Smith. My condolences to Deb and his family. He was well thought of by his peers and his gentle soul will be missed.

  7. Sending love and prayers to all. God will carry you through.

  8. Sending love and prayers to all. God will carry you through.

  9. Norris & No Phillips says:

    We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing you have friends that are here for you. May God bless you in the days ahead.

  10. Norris & No Phillips says:

    We are so sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in knowing you have friends that are here for you. May God bless you in the days ahead.

  11. Jacki , Johnny, and all the family – you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. God Bless

  12. Jacki , Johnny, and all the family – you are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. God Bless

  13. Deborah, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet husband.My heart goes out to you and the kids and all your family. May God give you all peace and comfort in the days ahead Praying for you sweet friend.

  14. Deborah, I am so very sorry to hear of the loss of your sweet husband.My heart goes out to you and the kids and all your family. May God give you all peace and comfort in the days ahead Praying for you sweet friend.

  15. Deb, so sorry to hear about Galen. Prayers for you and all of the family in this difficult time.

  16. Deb, so sorry to hear about Galen. Prayers for you and all of the family in this difficult time.

  17. Goodbye, my birthday buddy. You will be missed. Peace to the family knowing you are now at peace.

  18. Goodbye, my birthday buddy. You will be missed. Peace to the family knowing you are now at peace.


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