FRIDAY 20TH FEBRUARY 2026. COMMENCING AT 12.00 P.M.
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Donald Graeme Smith
Passed away peacefully at St John of God, Berwick
on 7th February, 2026, aged 81 years
with his loving wife and son keeping a
vigil by his side till his last breath.
Darling husband of Fay.
Loving Dad to daughter Merome and son Glenn.
Cherished brother of Rosemary (dec.),
Heather, Robert (Bob) and Julianne.
Brother in law to Peter, Jeff (dec.), Doug (dec.),
Steve, Marjorie, Vivienne and Owen (dec.).
Respected father-in-law of Kim.
Treasured Pa of grandchildren Abbey and Josh
and fur-babies Kirby (dec.), Teddy and Pippa.
Dearest Uncle to Ian, Brian, Melissa, Jacqueline,
Nigel, Glenn, Richard, Wendy, Kimberley and Thomas.
Friend to so, so many.
Now at peace, after a courageous battle,
away from all your pain, but the love in
our hearts will always remain.
A Funeral Service for
Donald Smith will be held
in the Renowden Chapel,
Springvale Botanical Cemetery,
600 Princes Highway, Springvale
on Friday 20th February 2025
commencing at 12.00 p.m.
A burial will follow
in the W.N. Sloan Garden.
In memory of Don,
please wear whatever
you’re comfortable in
– no ties required!
After the burial the family invite you
all to join them for refreshments
at the Ahern’s Lounge Bar, Highways,
Cnr Princes Hwy & Corrigan Rd, Springvale.
The room will be available from 1:30pm
for anyone not wanting to attend the burial.
Should you wish to send your personal condolences
to the family, please leave a message on the
“Leave a condolence” link located on this page.
My dear friend, Don
This is a journey we all face alone. However it hurts so much that you have gone, I am so grateful for the time we shared together, You bought so much joy and happiness to my life and I will never forget that big smile and hugs you gave me when we met up, all your tips on gardening and advice on the right tool to buy. You will always hold a special place in my heart. Have a red wine with Mal when you see him. Rest easy my friend.
Deepest condolences to Fay, Glen and family
Love always Chez
‘Sending loving thoughts to Fay and family.
Bob and Lorraine
Our deepest sympathy to all of Don’s family and friends so sad to hear of Don’s passing. Don was a true gentleman and a great work friend to Jennifer and myself over the years.
He was a great school crossing supervisor and we will miss him. He trained Jennifer and myself back in 2017-2019 and he made sure to take the time and effort to show us everything we needed to know. We will miss seeing you around, RIP Don Smith and thank you love Belinda & Jennifer Smith
Beautiful memories of many good times and laughter.
I will keep saving the 50c pieces Don
Condolences to the Smith family on the passing of Don, the best and brightest of the School Crossing fraternity.
Rest in peace my friend
Uncle Don, your warm, cheeky smile combined with that twinkle in your eye will be missed by us. We’ve enjoyed discussions and debates with varied opinions by us all over the years too. Thank you for keeping us up-to-date with ‘stuff’. Shalee appreciated your unwavering support of her songwriting and music endeavours. We’ve enjoyed swapping avid travel stories with you over the years. We truly wish Fay and yourself had got that dream Norway/Scandi trip in;we’ll be there later this year and we will be raising our glasses to the heavens to toast you so you may at least feel the vibes in spirit. Our thoughts and prayers are with Fay, Glenn, Merome and families at this very, very sad time. Truly an unforgettable uncle RIP Uncle Don. Love Jacqui, Rob, Brad, Glen & Shalee.
So sad to hear that Don has left us he was a true gentleman and I always respected his great positivity and zest for life. My sincere condolences to Faye who he adored and his family.
To my darling husband Don.
I am missing you so much, I cannot imagine the rest of my life without you.
Until we meet again my love I’ll just keep on loving you.
Fay xxx
Don, the greatest Brother anyone could wish for.
Rest easy Bro.
Bob
You are a star who will never leave those who love you, and it sucks I can’t just converse with you anymore. And having you as a friend was a bloody honour. I fucking love you! And always will and you aren’t gone to me, just in a different place. So much love always for you Don, and now also for everyone who is missing you xxxxx
Fay, Glenn and family and friends. What’s gift to have Don no matter for how long. Xxxxx
My deepest sympathy Faye Glenn and family
On the very sad passing of Don. He was a very special friend to me in Merimbula and he will he sadly missed RIP Don. Much love Dawn.
To Dear Faye, Glenn and Merome and extended families… I have some lovely memories from early days and over time of Don. He fought the toughfight and will be sadly missed. The suffering is over and Don is at peace now. Love Marj Smith.
Our sincerest, heartfelt condolences to Fay and all the family. Don was one of those wonderful people who lit up so many lives. Kind, generous, thoughtful and funny; he will be greatly missed by so many of us, but mostly by those who knew and loved him best. Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you all.
“There are Gold Ships
There are Silver Ships
There are Ships that sail the sea
But the Ship is Friendship
That sailed between you and me”
I will always treasure that friendship that started at our Work days at Bowens 40 odd years ago and will miss you dearly Don
My sincere condolences to you Fay and all the family
Di Gill xx
so very sorry for your loss. love to Kim Glenn Josh and Abbey and all the family. Sheila Desiree Trudi and all our family
We met an absolutely amazing couple, Don and Fay, 25 years ago, on a COSMOS tour around Europe. Don, you became our leader. A strong, yet gentle man. Don, we adored you. It was so natural to become life-long friends. To Fay – we cannot comprehend the pain of your loss. Don loved you so very much. We share in your sorrow today and in the days ahead. If there is anything we can do for you, please ask. Our sincere thoughts and condolences are with you and your beautiful family. Howard and Lyn
Sorry to hear of your sad loss, Fay and family.
R.I.P. Don
Geoff and Kay McIntyre
Words cannot express what I feel at losing my brother. I can’t even try. Julianne
Our deepest condolences to Fay and Glenn. Wishing you strength and comfort, during this difficult time. Rest in peace, Don.
Deb and Gerard xx
Sending love to you all and hoping your tears turn to laughter as remember the blessing of love you all had
love Aunty Sheila ,Desiree, Trudi and families
Dear Fay,Merome,Glenn and families,
Don was a beautiful person who always had a smile and ready to give you a hug whenever we caught up at family events.
Rest in peace Don.
so hard to accept that we have lost you Don.
love you forever my wonderful brother
My dear friend, Don. What I hold deep in my heart for you will live on. I am struggling to find the written words to compare to the depth of gratitude I hold for knowing you, being supported, cheered on, and loved by you. How I won the Life Lotto in being befriended by you is beyond me – I’m so grateful to and for you, Don. “A kiss & a cuddle”, Don. I’ll cherish each bear hug and forehead kiss you gave me, and I’ll remember them every time I need one. I will always think of you each week when I watch my Broncos play – I’ll cheer extra loud for the Storm (most) weeks too . I hope I can be to someone what you’ve been to Rob, and to me. You are an inspiration. My inspiration. My friend. Love you always, Maria ♥️
Don would tell everyone he was my second dad.
He was a best friend to everyone.
His wife shares the same name as my mother, his brother shares the same name as my father and Don shares a birthday with my sister.
Don, I miss you every day.
We met in Europe, only weeks after the September 11 attacks in 2001. You looked after me when I was sick on the ferry travelling back from Calais to Dover and have looked out for me ever since.
You were my biggest supporter, with unconditional love.
There wouldn’t have been a conversation over the years when Don would not have mentioned Fay, the love of his life and also how proud he was of Glenn and his family…(and send “a kiss and a cuddle for my wife Maria”).
I cannot imagine the anguish the family are feeling. My sincere condolences to Fay, Glenn + Kim and family, also Don’s siblings and daughter Merome.
Love RJ
Our thoughts are with you today Fay and family as you celebrate the life of Don. We have many happy memories from when we first met which we will always remember. I will miss Don’s emails and the travel emails you both had over the years. Sincerely Sandra and Max Hawkins
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