Donald L. Smith, 89, passed on January 26,2023. He was born in Barberton, Ohio to Donald and Florence (Moore) Smith on December 27,1933. He married his high school sweetheart, Betty (Woodworth), on March 7, 1954. He honorably served his country in the United States Air Force during the Korean War.
Donald was a mason by trade. He worked as plant manager at Ready Mix Concrete before starting his own company, Concrete Finishers Inc.
Donald leaves behind to treasure his memory, his wife of 69 years, Betty. Also surviving are his children; Raymond (Nancy) Smith, Cheryl (Ron) Kessler, Mark (Sue) Smith, grandchildren; Jason Kessler, Erin (Ian) Isch, Bret Kessler, Matthew (Mary) Smith, Cory (Chloe) Smith, Kaylee (Cody) Tanner, Ashley Smith, great-grandchildren; Meredith Kessler, Olyve Isch, Adelynn Isch, Elynn Isch, Ben Patterson, and Brielle Smith. Donald was preceded in death by his parents.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society or the American Heart Association. Visitation will be held on Tuesday January 31, 2023 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Hanneman Funeral Home 323 Myrtle Avenue Willard, OH 44890. Funeral services will be Wednesday February 1, 2023 at 10:00 am. Interment will take place following at North Fairfield Cemetery.
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