Obituary of John D. Smithers

Bedford – John D. Smithers, 76, of Bedford, died Tuesday, December 27, 2016 at Westview Nursing and Rehab.

Born September 27, 1940 in Lawrence Co., he was the son of John and Hazel (Mitchell) Smithers. He retired as a paver with the Lawrence County Highway Dept.

Survivors include his faithful and loyal companion, Jackie, whom he adored; a sister, Mary Ruth Loving, of Florida; several nieces, nephews and cousins as well as many good friends and neighbors. He was preceded in death by his parents; two brothers, Jimmy and Jerry Smithers and a sister, Susan May.

A Celebration of Life will be conducted at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 24th at the Fayetteville Baptist Church. Family and friends may express condolences at www.daycarter.com