

Celebration of Don's Life
Service for Interment
Obituary of Donald James Smith
Suddenly, at his home on Sunday, October 19, 2025, Donald James Smith in his 50th year.
Loving son of Bill & the late Sandra (2014) Smith and brother of Heather & the late Joe (2008) Smith. Cherished uncle of Samantha, Stephanie & Kelly and great-uncle of Joey. Also survived by many aunts, uncles and cousins. Predeceased by grandparents Sylvester & Esther Smith, and George & Viola Baldwin.
Don was a longtime Toronto Maple Leafs & Toronto Blue Jays fan. Don encountered many health issues over the years and took each one head-on, always keeping a positive outlook while caring for his family and supporting his church, Hillcrest Salvation Army.
A Celebration of Life for Donald “Don” James Smith will be held at The Salvation Army Hillcrest Community Church, 310 Vesta Road, London, on Sunday, November 2nd at 10:30 am. Service for Interment will be held at Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens, 2001 Dundas Street, London, on Monday, November 3rd at 2:00 pm (please meet at graveside).
Donations to the Salvation Army, Kidney Foundation or the Canadian Diabetes Association would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences can be expressed at www.evansfh.ca. Evans Funeral Home, (519) 451-9350, entrusted with arrangements.
A tree will be planted, by the staff of the Evans Funeral Home, as a living memorial to Don Smith
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