Danna Davis Smith

Published 3:22 pm Friday, August 16, 2024

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Danna Davis Smith, a beacon of love and courage, passed away peacefully at her home in Andalusia on August 16, 2024, at the age of 82. Born on June 9, 1942, in South Carolina, Danna’s life was a testament to the power of friendliness and the strength of a loving heart.

Danna’s journey through life was marked by her unwavering spirit and the joy she found in everyday moments. She was a cherished member of her community, known for her warm smile and the open arms with which she welcomed friends and strangers alike. Her legacy is one of kindness and compassion, traits that she instilled in her family and all who knew her.

She is survived by a family who adored her deeply: her son, Cam Smith; her daughter, Amy Smith Parrish; and her beloved grandchildren, Julia Griffin, Paulk Smith, Camryn Smith, Bailey Parrish Zelena (Tony), and Davis Parrish. Danna was also a proud great-grandmother to Jack Griffin, whose youthful exuberance brought her immeasurable joy.

Danna’s life was a courageous voyage that inspired those around her to live with love and bravery. Her presence was a gift to her family, who will continue to honor her memory by living out the values she championed. Her laughter, wisdom, and the tales of her adventures will be passed down through generations, keeping her spirit alive.

Danna is preceded in death by her loving husband, James Henderson Smith.

Pallbearers serving the Smith family will be; Paulk Smith, Tony Zelena, Davis Parrish, Stewart Carswell, Hank Braddy, Desi Manning, Stephen Caton, and Earl Johnson.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, August 18, 2 p.m., at the First Presbyterian Church of Andalusia. The interment will follow in Andalusia Memorial Cemetery. Visitation will begin on Saturday, August 17, 5:30 p.m., at Foreman Funeral Home.

Those wishing to share kind words or a memory of Danna may do so on our website at www.foremanfuneralhome.com.