- Date Of Birth: December 9, 1928
- Date Of Death: September 19, 2012
- State: Colorado
Howard K. Smith December 9, 1928 – September 19, 2012 Howard Smith, former Mayor of Blanca age 83 years young, surrounded by family members who loved him deeply, died peacefully at St. Thomas Moore Hospital in Canon City early Wednesday. Howard had served as the Blanca Town Mayor for 12 years (1972 – 1984). Prior to being elected mayor, he served as a Blanca Town Trustee from 1967 -1972.