He was a barber and was the owner of Don Smith Appliance and Service on West Summer Street.
Survivors include his former wife and mother of his children: Gale Smith; daughter: Renee Smith of Greeneville; son: Martin Smith of Greeneville; nephews: Marvin Gibbs, David Gibbs, and Chad Smith of Greeneville; niece: Kathy Gibbs Henry of Greeneville; and a long-time special friend: Lanny Johnston, many other friends and neighbors.
He was preceded in death by his parents: Maude and Buford Smith; son: Niki Smith; two brothers: Bob Smith and Charles “Junior” Smith; sister: Katheryn Gibbs.
He loved to fish and watch sports constantly. He was an avid golfer.
The family will receive friends 4-6 p.m. Friday at Kiser-Rose Hill Funeral Home.
The funeral service will be held at 6:00 p.m. Friday in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Dave Gibbs officiating.