Donald Ross Smith

Donald Ross Smith passed away on Tuesday, September 13, 2022 at the Baptist Health Deaconess Hospital in Madisonville, Kentucky. Donald was born on October 11, 1937 to James Arthur and Edith Gertrude Smith of Earlington, Kentucky.

Don graduated from Earlington High School in 1956 and enlisted with the United States Marine Corps following graduation. He worked for five years as a finance manager for Associate Finance, and then spent the last 30 years of his career working with CXS railroad until his retirement in 1996.

Don enjoyed fishing, working on his lawn, and traveling. He was consistently involved in the planning and execution of beautification projects for his church and community. Whether it was for friends, family, or strangers, Don was always the first in line to help others.

Don is preceded in death by his parents as well as his brother James Smith.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Mary Ann, daughter Wendy (Dale) Royse of Thompson Station, Tennessee, son Rodney Smith of Owensboro, Kentucky, grandchildren, Ben Bowling, Mikaila Smith and Grace Royse, as well as several nieces and nephews.

A celebration of life will be held at the First Christian Church of Earlington, Kentucky on Saturday, September 24th at 2:00 pm with Dr. Kevin Smith officiating. Visitation will take place from 12:00 pm (noon) until 2:00 pm at the church. Burial will be private at New Salem Cemetery in Nortonville, KY.

Reid-Walters Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Online condolences may be made at www.reidwaltersfh.com

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