Burke Smith Obituary (1913

Burke Smith, age 98, died April 19, 2012 at Kobacker House in Columbus, OH. Born Decembr 27, 1913 in Spokane, WA. Graduated the Rectory School, Pomfert, CT, Phillips Academy, Andover, MA in 1933 and St. Lawrence University 1936. Served in the 207th Anti-aircraft Artillary Group in the European theater in World War II, retiring from active duty as a captain, U. S. Army; life member of the 7th Regiment of New York. Long-time executive with TWA. Upon retirement lived for a number of years in Remsenburg, Long Island, where he was active in the community, serving on the school board and his church. Moved to Philadelphia, PA and then Columbus. Predeceased by his wife Jane McKenna Smith. Survived by his long-time partner, Madeline Frantz, and several nieces and a nephew. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Curtis Institute of Music, 1726 Locust St., Philadelphia, PA 19103, or the Forum at Knightsbridge, 4590 Knightsbridge Blvd, Columbus, OH 43214.