Donald David Smith

Donald David Smith, 76, of Weiser, Idaho, passed away quietly in his sleep with family at his side on Jan. 2, 2019 in Caldwell. 

 Donald was born in Caldwell, Idaho, on Feb. 2, 1942, to James and Olive Adams Smith of Hermiston, Ore. 

 Donald moved with his family from Caldwell to Hermiston when he was in the fourth grade and graduated high school. 

 He served in the Army and afterwards returned home married and to this union was four daughters; Alaina and Alvin Johnson of Las Cruces, New Mexico, Ladonna Hopkins; Janet Smith of Weiser, Idaho and Beth Smith of Battle Mountain, Nev.

 During his adventure filled life he had many things he loved – family, flying and driving truck. 

 Don remarried in 1974 to Norma (Ware) Woodie which lasted 45 years until he took his last breath. Norma was the love of his life.

 Don has a very extensive family which in his mind included blood family, married family and everyone he befriended. Don looked on all of these relationships as very important and a gift.

 Don is also survived by four siblings Marvin Smith, Retta Poulson, Mike Smith of Hermiston, Ore., and Sandy Storz of Echo, Ore. Also six grandchildren and seven greatgrandchildren.

 The family of Don wants to personally express their deep and eternal gratitude for the exceptional care provided during his last day at West Valley Hospital and extraordinary staff of the ICU.

 During his life Don truly enjoyed the broadcast services of PBS Idaho. His loving wife has asked that in lieu of flowers a donation be sent to: PBS, 1455 N. Orchard St., Boise, ID 83706. In the memo line on the checks please note Donald Smith.

 A celebration will be held at Weiser Senior and Community Center on Jan. 12, 2019, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Everyone is welcome to come, remember and celebrate a wonderful man.