Scott Alan Smith

Scott Alan Smith, 54, of Alachua, Fla., passed away on September 11, 2012 at Shands Hospital in Gainesville, Fla.

Scott was born on August 8, 1958 in Osaka, Japan to Robert and Mary Smith.  He was a Professor of Economics at the University of Florida before retiring.  He was of the Catholic faith.

He is survived by his wife, Beth Smith; two sons, Jason Smith of Gainesville, Fla., and Matthew Smith of Alachua; a daughter, Toni Smith of Alachua; a brother, Tim Smith of Pensacola, Fla., and a grandchild, Baylee MacLeod of Alachua.

Mr. Smith was an avid Gator fan.  He loved his three dogs and the light of his life was his granddaughter, Baylee.  He always thought of others and he never let his illness get him down.  He was a great husband, dad and granddad and will be missed by all who knew him.

A service will be held on Saturday, September 15, 2012 at 12 noon at Evans-Carter Funeral Home, 220 North Main Street, High Springs.

Arrangements are under the care of Evans-Carter Funeral Home, High Springs.