Darnell Miles Smith

Darnell Smith was born on January 14, 1958, in Norfolk, VA, to James and Vernell Smith. He attended Manor High School and Booker T. Washington High School, later receiving his GED.

Following his graduation, he enlisted in the Air Force and served for 3 ½ years. He also received his associate degree in computer science from ECPI. After his military service, Darnell worked at the Naval shipyard and the US Coast Guard Base (Portsmouth), before retiring from Kinder Morgan Elizabeth River as captain of the homeland security team.

Although Darnell never fathered children of his own, he loved his family and always made sure everyone enjoyed themselves at family gatherings throughout the year. Darnell was a hardworking and generous man who loved to travel. In his free time, he enjoyed watching sports and was a hardcore, unapologetic Raiders fan!

Darnell was always the life of the party. He loved his family and could often be found hanging out with his male cousins, attending sporting events, and playing video games.

Darnell leaves behind his wife, Cynthia Smith; his beloved siblings, James, Jr. (Barbara), Yvonne Jackson (Timothy), and Cathy Mills. He also leaves behind his nieces, Charisse Mills and Alexis Jackson; and nephews, Walter Artis, Vernon Artis, and James Smith. Also, near and dear to his heart are his two great-nieces, Makiyah and MaNiyah Jordan; and two great-nephews, MaKari Jordan and Armello Feurgeson; along with a host of family and friends.

Memorial Service: COME IN PERSON OR WATCH ONLINE Thursday, December 4, 2025 11:00 AM Metropolitan Funeral Service 5605 Portsmouth Boulevard Portsmouth, VA