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DONALD SMITH Obituary

Donald Rox Smith Don "Buddy" Smith born March 6th, 1946, passed March 3rd, 2014. "Smitty" was a proud member Of Plumbers and Steamfitters Local 82 for more than 45 years. He enjoyed many hobbies over the years golf, archery, and skiing to name a few. Don will truly be missed. A celebration of life to honor him will be held on April 12th at 2pm. 8721 159th St E, Puyallup, WA 98375.

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Published by News Tribune (Tacoma) on Mar. 16, 2014.

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Jack Beers

April 11, 2014

I wish to extend my sympathies to Don's family. Over the years I knew Don to be loyal to his friends, a man who's hand shake you could trust and a respected craftsman. He will be missed by all those he called friend.

April 3, 2014

I was totally shocked when I showed up at Allenmore to play golf and heard about Don. I played a lot of golf with Don over the last twenty years and will miss his lob shot around the greens. Monty L.

March 25, 2014

Buddy,its been a lot of years since I have seen you. but when I was a member of your family I felt in the end of our family, ie brothe in law that you had become the rock of the Smith family. and at that time I felt real proud of you. and now We will pray for you and wish you peace. Leah and Dick Rasmussen

Matthew Dustin

March 24, 2014

Gonna miss you at the Range Big Guy. Your knowledge and conversations will be missed. God Speed My friend.

Richard Galarza

March 22, 2014

There are no words to express what a great guy he was. Kind, considerate and passionate. A professional gentlemen in every way. This arrow will remain lost without you. You sir make us better men.

Dick Swanson

March 18, 2014

So Sad to hear of Smitty's passing. What a great friend he was to me. We grew up together. From 1st grade at Horace Mann. through Stewart & Lincoln. We crossed paths many times over the years always greeting each other warmly and remembering our youth. Loved playing golf with him. He was quite a stick. A fixture at Allenmore. Will miss you Don. Rest in peace my friend.

March 17, 2014

very sorry to hear of don's passing. one of the few i didn't mind losing golf bets to. a fine Gentleman... save me a tee time friend. dave mckay...

Shirley McCallum

March 16, 2014

Don was a great friend. I will truly miss that smile and his kindness. I will never forget the day he taught me how to golf. Rip dear friend.

Royal Howard

March 16, 2014

Don was a great craftsman and a real character. I really enjoyed working with him.to young to go.

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