Former Redwood City port commissioner Smith dies
Former and longtime Redwood City Port Commissioner Guy Smith, 76, died Sunday after a long illness.
Smith had stepped down from the port commission in October 2005, after serving on the board for nearly 21 years, citing increasing challenges from Parkinson’s disease.
Smith served as chairman of the port commission on six separate one-year terms.
'Guy was instrumental in the growth and profitability of the port during his tenure,' said fellow longtime port commission colleague Jack Castle. 'He was very involved in the growth of the Redwood Shores community.'
During Smith's tenure on the port commission, the port grew by 228 percent with revenue increasing from $1.6 million to $5.3 million.
Smith is survived by his wife, Donna, and two daughters, Tia and Michelle. A memorial service is scheduled for Skylawn Memorial Park on July 10, at 10:30 a.m.
Former Redwood City port commissioner Smith dies
