Don Smith

Mr. Don F. Smith, age 85, of Rome, GA passed away Friday, July 11, 2025.

Don Smith was born in Rome on June 17, 1940, the son of the late Hudon Smith and the late Annie Trapp Smith. A lifelong resident of Rome, Don was a devoted member of Oak Hill Church of Christ. He found great joy in serving his community as a baseball umpire and basketball referee, roles he cherished for many years. Don retired after a long and dedicated career with Liberty National Insurance Company.

In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia Goss Smith; second wife, Beverly Cook Smith; and brother, Larry Smith.

Survivors include his children, Kim (David) Brookshire, Steve (Kim) Smith, Shannon Cagle, and Jonathan (Dana) Cook; grandchildren, Lee Cagle, Beth (Max) Post, Zachary Cook, Morgan (Nick) Kraut, Jamison Smith, Jeremy (Breanna) Smith, Joel Brookshire, Megan Brookshire, Ali Kilgo, and Zac Harper; three great-grandchildren, Kindal Grace, and River and Benjamin; two sisters, Gail Cosper & Judy Bell; several nieces and nephews also survive.

In keeping with his wishes, Mr. Smith will be cremated, and the family will receive friends Friday, July 18, 2025, at Oak Hill Church of Christ from 12:30 until 1:30 p.m. with Memorial Services to follow.

Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the family of Mr. Don F. Smith.