Donald Reuben Smith Jr. 72 years old of Port Charlotte, FL & New Berlin, NY passed away on July 7, 2023, at his home in Port Charlotte.
Donald was born on April 27, 1951, in Cooperstown, NY, the son of Donald Sr. and Aleta (Miller) Smith. His childhood was spent in the New Berlin area, and he was a graduate of New Berlin Central School. He was employed by GE/Unison of Norwich, NY for 21 years as the superintendent of building and grounds and then worked for Unadilla Central School until his retirement. He attended church at The First Congregational Church of Bridgewater, NY. He loved his family and children and enjoyed hunting, fishing, trapping, making knives, walking sticks and back scratchers and spending time at his camp. Don was always willing to take a day and go hunting in the woods and just enjoy the wildlife and his surroundings. He was always eager to play a practical joke when he could find a willing participant. His sense of humor was as big as his smile and heart.
On August 26, 1972, he married Marcia Saxton, who survives him. In addition to his wife, Donald is survived by his two sons; Brad Smith and significant other, Keri of West Winfield, NY and her children; Haleigh, Aaron, MacKenzie and Ellisyn and Eric Smith of New Berlin as well as one grandson, Weston. He is also survived by his brothers and their wives; Dale & Arlene Smith of Canajoharie, NY and David & Donna Smith of New Berlin NY and one sister, Debra Smith of New Berlin. He was predeceased by one sister, Nancy Smith.
A memorial service will be held on Sunday, August 13, 2023, at 1:00 PM at the Pittsfield Fire House, Pittsfield, NY.
Memorial donations may be made to St. Jude’s Cancer Society or The First Congregational Church of Bridgewater, NY. |
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Sue Bice
Edgewater FL
My condolences to Marcia and family. I went to school with Don and enjoyed his friendship. It was always great to see him at our class reunions. RIP Don
Alzada Bice
Edmeston
Marcia an family sending my love an Prayers for comfort an peace at this time
Jayne Baker
New Berlin NY
Marcia, Brad and Eric and families I am so very sorry for your loss of Don. He loved his family and was a good man. My heart goes out to you all.
KathyVan Houten
Marcia, I am so sorry to hear about Don's passing. My heart goes out to you and the family. Prayers to all
Shannon (Aeschbacher) Costa
Central Square, NYT
o the whole Smith Family, I am so sorry for your loss! You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Brian & Faye Twitchell
Cassville, NY
Our sincere condolences to you and your family on the loss of your husband, Don. May your many memories help you in this time of sorrow.
Ed Pavlot
Cassville,NY
I I know how it is to lose a love one,I’m sure family and friends will help you through this trying times. God bless you and your family.
Don't forget you still have a great church family in Bridgewater.
Joan Emery
New Hope , Pa
Dear Marcia and family,
It is so hard to think of our “Donnie†missing from us.
I can still hear our laughter and stories while we played cards and had a cup of tea and molasses or sugar cookies with Grandma Great. Now they are all enjoying time together.
Hugs to you all , and much love.
“ Joanieâ€
As I was always called.
Missing him- and all
Richard & Joanne Williams
New Berlin, NY 13411
Very sorry Marcia to read of Dons passing. Keeping you and the family in thought and prayer.
sorry for loss. he will be missed by many. love you guys.my condolences.
Mike & Joan Allen
New Berlin NY
Marcia and family so sorry and sad to hear of Don death. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Bernie @ Olivia Wheelock
West Winfield, NY
We are so sorry Marcia. We loved talking to Don. Bernie and him talked about hunting and wild life , he will be missed. Take care of yourself. Sending my condolences to all
LuAnn Dye
New Berlin,NY
Dear Marcia and family,
I am sorry for your loss. Sending you hugs and prayers.⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘⚘
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