Donald Vance Smith, 86, was born on July 29, 1932 to the late Guy and Della Williams Smith in Ward, WV. He passed away on August 15, 2018. Donald was a divisional superintendent of claims for State Farm where he spent his career with a company he loved before retiring. He taught Sunday school and loved going to church where he was an usher. Donald was a beloved father who loved Vol football and history.

He is survived by his wife, Phyllis Smith; children, Michael and Debbie Smith; grandchildren, Nicki and Jilli; and sister, Vonda Childers.

He is preceded in death by his parents; brother, Gareth Smith; and sister, Helen S. Stinson.

A memorial service for Donald will be held on Tuesday, September 11, 2018 at 1:00 p.m. at Crossville First United Methodist Church with Drew Shelley officiating.