Donald Ray Smith, 79, of Kings Mountain, passed away November 13, 2021, at his home.

He was born April 3, 1942, in Cleveland County, son of the late Manuel D. Smith and Eunice McFalls Smith.

Donald was a member of Faith Baptist Church in Kings Mountain.

One of his greatest joys was his grandchildren and his loving family.

He was a produce manager with Harris Teeter for over 42 years.

He raised Field Trial Beagles.

He was an avid fan of Mountaineer football and basketball and was a member of the Booster Club.

A memorial service will be held 3:00 pm Sunday, November 21, 2021, at Faith Baptist Church, 1009 Linwood Road, Kings Mountain, officiated by Pastor JR Robbins and Pastor Robert Eng.

The family will receive friends 2-3 pm Sunday at the church prior to the service.

Donald is survived by his loving wife, Patricia Gladden Smith; daughters, Lisa Smith Sisk and husband Darrell, Tracie Smith Merchant and husband Chris; sister, Betty Sarvis of Pompano FL; brothers, Charles T. Smith and wife Helen, Paul D. Smith, Michael E. Smith all of Kings Mountain; grandchildren, Cory Allen Phillips, Kaitlyn Alexandra Sisk, Jacob Ray O'Brian Merchant, Christina Ellen Merchant; great-grandson, Kendrick Halverson Merchant.

In addition to his parents, Donald was preceded in death by brother, Vernon E. Smith; sister, Becky Ware.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to Hospice of Cleveland County, 951 Wendover Heights Drive, Shelby, NC 28150 or Faith Baptist Church, 1009 Linwood Road, Kings Mountain, NC 28086.