Ann Arbor, Michigan
SMITH, DONALD N. Born June 12, 1931, in Ft. Wayne, IN. After a long battle with Alzheimer's Disease, died May 30, 2014. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Albert J. Smith and Luveda Isabelle Smith; sister, Joan Mettler, and niece, Ellen Mettler. He is survived by his wife, Mary, and sons,...
Read MoreDear Mary and family,
My thoughts are with you for our loss of my quietly supportive friend of sixty years.
I remember his unforgettable smile at the corners when something pleased him.
Don worked quietly and never tooted his own horn, the annual auto industry conference should include his name – he started it.
John Dute
Concord, Michigan
June 12, 2014
Mary, Mark and Brett...I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I remember when I would babysit for the boys and I always had great respect for Don and his parenting skills. I hope you remember your one time babysitter and next door neighbor many many years ago!! Carol (LeVan) Banyai
June 11, 2014
Dear Mary and Family,
So very sorry to hear about your loss. Sincere condolences from the Wus!
Dorothy
June 07, 2014
Heartfelt Sympathy for Mary, Mark, Brett and families. I remember "Mr. Smith" as one of the kindest dads in the neighborhood, always with the gentle and caring voice. This is such a difficult time for you all, please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Karis Kruzel (Siller)
June 06, 2014 | Dexter, MI
My sympathy & prayers to you Mary & your family for you loss. Please call me when you are in need of someone to talk to, I remember this time well. Love, Brenda
Brenda Kapp
June 05, 2014 | Saline, MI
Dear Mary, Mark, Brett and Family,
We are so sorry for all Don and all of you have had to face these past several years. You have been on our minds ever since we learned this news. We always enjoyed and appreciated Don"s quiet humor and intelligence,going 'way back to becoming neighbors 50 years ago.He was steady and steadfast and a fine person. Our great sympathies to all of you in this loss.
With Love, The Bachmans
Jerry and Ginny Bachman
June 03, 2014 | Gregory, MI
