Donna Jean Smith, 63, of South Londonderry VT, passed away suddenly on Oct 13, 2021.

Donna was born in St. Johnsbury Vt on January 15, 1958, to Gloria (Barnes) and Larry Beswick.

She attended school at Fall Mt. Regional and Bellows Falls Union High School.

Donna worked at Robinson Paper Mill, but the job she enjoyed the most was catering and cooking with her father at The Pines restaurant in Newport, NH.

Donna married George Smith in Springfield, VT. She lived in Rockingham, VT most of her life and retired to Titusville FL.

Donna enjoyed local stock car racing for years with her husband. Donna also loved listening to George's band. Her favorite pastime was going to BINGO and trips to the casino.

Surviving is her son Jason Smith (Debbie) of Acworth, NH, granddaughter Megan Corey, and grandson Corey Smith (Darien) both of Charlestown. Her sister Carol Holden (Earll) of Claremont, NH, and a special sister-in-law Tiana Clough (Hiland) of South Londonderry, VT. She lived with Tiana and Hiland for the past few years. Her dog "Barney" will miss her greatly.

Donna had 4 great-grandchildren, many nieces and nephews, and great-nieces and nephews.

Donna was predeceased by her husband George and her parents Gloria Barns and Larry Beswick

A celebration of her life will be held October 24 from 1-4 at the Sumner House, Main Street, Charlestown, NH.

In lieu of flowers please donate to The Londonderry Volunteer Rescue Squad. Their address is 6068 Vermont Rte 100, Londonderry VT. 05148