Donavon Kay Smith Obituary
In loving memory of Donavon Kay Smith of Albemarle, North Carolina, who departed this world on October 31, 2025 at the age of 72. Donavon leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John P. Smith and Rosa Lee Tyler Smith; and his siblings, John Smith, Ella Hogge and Jo Ann Gilliam.
He is survived by: his wife Jean Carol Baucom Smith; his children, Donavon Allen Smith (Samantha) of Aberdeen, NC, Leigh Smith Konen (Will) of Seven Lakes, NC and Kimberly Alligood Russell (Justin) of Denver, NC.; his siblings, Jimmy Smith (Nancy) of Charlotte, NC and Shirley Melton (Mike) of Raeford, NC; his grandchildren, Mason Konen, Cale Konen, Porter Smith, Everett Smith and Valerie Russell; and his pets, Molli and Jake.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Friends of Morrow Mountain State Park. (PO Box 306 Badin, NC 28009).
