William L. Smith

William L. Smith, 76, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024 at his home in Sagle, Idaho.

Bill was born on October 7, 1948 in Santa Cruz, California the son of Gene and Bettye Turner. He entered the US Navy in 1966 serving in Vietnam on riverboats. Returning home from the military he would go to work for Albertsons grocery store working in produce. He would retire in 2003, after 34 years with the company, and move to Sagle, Idaho where he would spend the rest of his time,

Bill was a man of many talents. He was loved by family and friends. He loved animals of all types, domestic and exotic. His favorite things were riding his horse, hiking with his shepherd, Cash, spending time on his property, shooting his bow and just enjoying the beauty around him. 

His wife Gloria says it best, “He was my hero, my protector, my best friend and the love of my life. My greatest honor was to be hugged and loved by you. We would have liked to have you with us longer but God had other plans.”

Bill is survived by his wife of 48 years, Gloria; two sisters Sue (Sid) and Tanya (Mark) along with numerous nieces and nephews.