Donald L. Smith

Berlin – Donald Lee Smith, 74, a longtime resident of Short Road, passed away suddenly at his home on Wednesday, February 8, 2017. His loving wife of 49 years was with him at the time.

Born on December 15, 1942 in Barre City, he was the son of Raymond and Oliva (Raymond) Smith. He spent his childhood growing up in Montpelier and attended the Green Mountain School on Main Street.

On September 23, 1967 he married the love of his life, Joanne (Spencer) Smith in the St. Sylvester Church in Graniteville. They made their home in Berlin for the rest of Donald’s life.

In 1968 Donald began working as a driver for a mail delivery contracting company for the U.S. Postal Service and eventually became owner in 1985. He ran the delivery firm until his retirement in 2006.

Throughout his life he had many hobbies and interests, but the most important to him was listening to country music, hunting, fishing, and caring for his animals, especially his cat “cuddles”.

He is survived by his wife Joanne, his sister Lula Smith of Tampa, FL and many nieces and nephews.

He was predeceased by three sisters, Annabelle Deuso, Janice Thomas, and Helen Jerry.

A graveside service to celebrate Donald’s life will be held in the Berlin Corner Cemetery at the convenience of the family in the spring.

Memorial contributions in his name may be made to Central Vermont Home Health and Hospice, 600 Granger Road, Barre, VT 05641. The family would like to thank the Berlin Emergency Services personnel for all their help.