Donald L Smith Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Donald L Smith of Ames, Iowa, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Donald left this world on April 11, 2026 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
In the soft embrace of remembrance, we recall the profound impact Donald had on those he encountered along his journey. Though Donald may have slipped beyond the veil of mortality, his essence lingers like a faint fragrance in the air, a lingering reminder of the beauty and complexity of the human experience.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Merrill W. Smith and Alice (Crawford); and his siblings, Evelyn Smith Gowdy, Robert K. Smith and Gary W. Smith.
He is survived by: his wife Karleene Wade; his children, Douglas L. Smith and Kathryn M. Smith (Jonathan Ying); and his granddaughters, Sophia Ying and Alexandra Ying.
