Donald Ray Smith, 81, passed away Thursday, April 26, 2018 in Jacksonville, FL. He was born March 29, 1937 in Jacksonville, FL. Donald loved watching Nascar and Dale Earnhardt Sr. was his favorite driver. He was also a television fanatic of which he enjoyed watching X-Men, Hogan’s Heroes and just recently started watching Big Bang Theory. His passion was welding and enjoyed making items of interest for the family including bracelets and rings. Donald is preceded in death by his grandson Nicky. He is survived by his wife Fay, children Edward (Un-Chin) Smith, Debra Smith (Chris Ferrell), Lynn Racin, sister Nell Bauer and granddaughter Jennifer Schauerte. Hardage-Giddens Riverside Memorial Park & Funeral Home, 7242 Normandy Blvd., Jacksonville, FL 32205 is serving the family. A visitation for friends will be held at the funeral home on Friday, May 4, 2018 from 6pm-8pm. Funeral services to be held at the funeral home on Saturday, May 5, 2018 beginning at 11am with interment at Riverside Memorial Park.
