Donald C. Smith's Obituary
Donald C. Smith, 88 of Tucson, died Friday May 8, 2015. Preceded in death on January 31, 2011 by his beloved wife, of 63 years Mabel R. Smith. He is the devoted father of Sharon Brown of Tucson; Cherished grandfather of Deborah (Dave) Lesneski of Tucson and Donald (Lesa) Brown of Ft. Campbell KY; dear great grandfather of Steve Gaynor, Bekka (Mike) Williams, Ruth Anne Brown, Claire Brown, and great great grandfather of Myla Gaynor. Mr. Smith served in the Army Air Corp during WW II; he was an avid bicycle rider and at age 60 took up in line skating. He was also a soccer referee and coach. Throughout his life Mr. Smith was a great family man, besides being a mentor and teacher to all those he met and will be missed by all. There will be a graveside service held 10:00 AM, Tuesday May 19, 2015 at EVERGREEN CEMETERY, N. Oracle Rd. & W. Miracle Mile with Pastor Keith Huffman of Flowing Wells Baptist Church officiating. The family would like to thank the staff members at the Villa’s La Canada and Casa de la Luz Hospice for the wonderful care given to their loved one. In lieu of flowers please make donations to a charity of your choice.
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