Celebration of Life for South Dearborn's Fastest Man Set for July 29

Herbie Smith passed away on May 21 at the age of 49 after a battle with cancer.

Herbie Smith.

(Aurora, Ind.) – Community members are invited to celebrate the life of South Dearborn High School’s fastest man.

Herbie Smith passed away on May 21 at the age of 49 after a battle with cancer.

He is Dearborn County’s first-ever 100-meter champion, winning the regional his senior season with a time of 11.19 seconds. At the time, he broke the regional 100 dash record of 11.21 seconds, which was set by Franklin County High School’s Alex Smith, who later went on to play football at Indiana University.

Herbie ran even faster earlier in the year, posting a time of 11.06 at the East Central Invitational. That time continues to be the fastest 100 meter dash in South Dearborn High School history.

He also continues to hold the 200 meter dash school record with a time of 22.70.

When he wasn’t running track, Smith used his speed to be an accomplished running back for the South Dearborn football team.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, July 29 at the Dillsboro Civic Center, 9824 Central Avenue.

The event will run from 4:00 to 10:00 p.m. and will include live music, cornhole food and more. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/events/203273692203029

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