Derwood Cooper Smith Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Derwood Cooper Smith of Apex, North Carolina is shared. Derwood, born on September 21, 1936, passed away on June 13, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Derwood will be remembered for the time spent with loved ones and the moments that brought joy to those around him. Friends and family will honor Derwood by reflecting on shared memories and the positive influence he had in their lives. Though Derwood is no longer present, the bonds he created and the experiences shared will endure. Derwood’s memory will continue to be a source of comfort for all who knew him.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Charles Smith and Opal Smith. He is survived by: his wife Jeannene Smith; his children, Karen Yakaboski (Greg) and Tim Smith (Abby); and his granddaughters, Kaitlyn Yakaboski, Beth Yakaboski, Julie Yakaboski and Tara Yakaboski.
