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Donald Smith Obituary
May 6, 1927 - Apr 24, 2023
Sandusky
Donald Lee Smith, 95, of Sandusky, passed away peacefully Monday April 24, 2023, at his residence.
He was born May 6, 1927, in Port Clinton, and was an U.S. Navy veteran of World War II. Don retired after 44 years from the former Chef's Pantry in Sandusky.
He was a member of Zion Lutheran Church, Sandusky, and previous member of the former Resurrection Lutheran Church and the former St. Paul Lutheran Church. Don was a life member of AMVETS Post 17, Melody Makers Choir, and Good Sams Camping Club, Chapter 23.
He is survived by two sons, Jeff Smith of Norwalk and Chris (Nancy) Smith of Sandusky; daughter-in-law, Shirley Smith of Sandusky; three stepchildren; numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren; and nieces, nephews, and other relatives.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Helen M. Smith, in 2022; son, Donald Kevin Smith; parents, Lewis and Nettie (Irick) Smith; and four siblings.
Visitation will be 12:30 p.m. Friday, April 28, 2023, until the time of Don's funeral at 1:30 p.m. at Pfeil Funeral Home, Sandusky Chapel, 617 Columbus Avenue, Sandusky. The Rev. Philip Gardner will officiate. Burial will be at Oakland Cemetery, Sandusky.
Memorial contributions may be made to the donor's favorite charity.
Condolences may be shared with the family at pfeilfuneralhome.com.
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Joseph Wernerjo
April 30, 2023
I worked with Don up until he retired. Don was the nicest person you could work with. Helen his wife I knew also. She was an angel. God bless them both. We Who Have Loved Each Other Shall Meet Again.
Joseph Werner
April 28, 2023
RIP my old friend. Thank you for the happy memories working together and after. My you and Helen now be in Heaven together.
Deb and Tom
April 26, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
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