Douglas Wayne Smith, 66, of Center, passed away October 15, 2008 at his home. He was born December 7, 1941 in Shelby County to Homer E. Smith and Velma O. Luman Smith. Douglas was a 1965 graduate of Texas A&M, and was a member of Providence Baptist Church.

Visitation will be held from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, Thursday, October 16 at Watson & Sons Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 am, Friday, October 17 at Watson & Sons Chapel with Bro. Mervin Scott and Bro. Don Moore officiating. Interment will follow at Old Salem Cemetery.

Survivors include:

Daughter, Valerie O. Smith of Clifton, Virginia

Mother, Velma O. Smith of Center

Sisters:
Betty Sue McSwain & husband Gene of Deadwood
Jeanene Porter & husband Danny of Deadwood
Linda Scott & husband Mervin of Deadwood

Brother, Gene Edward Smith & wife Mila of Center

Also numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and a host of friends.

Preceded in death by:
Father, Homer "Jack" Smith
Sister, Kathy Smith