Donovan Lee Smith

Donovan Lee Smith, 18, of Bradford and Shinglehouse, passed away, Monday, October 3, 2022, at Bradford Regional Medical Center.

Born on October 29, 2003, in Tacoma, WA, he was a son of Christie (Armstrong) Newton and the late Everett L. Smith.

He was a 2022 graduate of Bradford Area High School. In high school he was involved in the Oil and Gas Production program and the Gamers Club.

Donovan worked as a rig hand for McCracken Energy.

He enjoyed fishing, hanging out with friends, shooting guns, and having bonfires. He was an avid 2nd Amendment supporter.

Surviving is his mother Christie and Tom, one sister, Chyenne Smith, of Shinglehouse, grandmother, Sheryl (Galbreath) Silvis, of Bradford, grandfather, Cecil Smith, of Republic, MO, two aunts, Nicole Armstrong, of West Chester and Jennifer Armstrong, of Pittsburgh, four uncles, Adam Armstrong, of VA, Kyle (Taylor) Grandinetti, of Bradford, Charles (Mandy) Smith, of MO, and Ryan (Jessica) Broyles, of MO, seven cousins, Owen Grandenetti, Kevin Smith, Aryana Grandinetti, Ryan Broyles Jr., Landon Broyles, Ashtyn Broyles, and Dutton Broyles, his cat and little buddy, Taz, and many great aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was preceded in death by his father, grandfather Merle Silvis, and grandmother Debbie Smith.

Friends will be received on Thursday, October 6, 2022, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM, in the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes, Inc., 33 South Avenue. A Celebration of Donovan’s Life will be held Friday, October 7, 2022, at 11:00 am at the Hilltop Baptist Church in Gifford, with Rev. Max Simms, pastor, officiating.

Memorial contributions, if desired, may be made to No Feline Left Behind, PO Box 783, Bradford PA 16701, the Hilltop Baptist Church, or a charity of the donor’s choice.

Funeral arrangements are under the direction of the Hollenbeck-Cahill Funeral Homes Inc.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.hollenbeckcahill.com

 

HOLLENBECK-CAHILL Funeral Home

33 South Avenue • Bradford, PA 16701

All Condolences -

Christie and family, I am so very sorry to read of Donovan''s passing. Wishing you all peace and comfort...
— Joan Mansour

I can’t believe you’re gone… so many memories we have had growing up throughout our childhood and you had so much more to accomplish I will forever remember you and miss you.
— Maverick Miller

It''s hard to believe your gone, I will always have you in my heart You were like family to me, and I will love and miss you. He was a very good friend to me, it''s a shame I can''t come to the funeral. I''m so sorry for your loss. If you ever want to contact me to talk about him. My email is jaceycasper@gmail.com.
— Jacey Casper

Can’t believe your gone I will forever be hurt but I will love and miss you ??????
— Jocelyn smith

Please except my sincere condolences to your family.
— Nathan Humphrey

Christie, I am so so sorry for your loss.. If you need me I am always here! We have been long time friends for many years.. near or far, I am here for you! Just reach out.. if you ever need anything please!! Love you!!
— Crystal Higgins

Donovan was a sweet and funny guy. May he rest in peace and may his family stay strong during this hard time.
— Lauren Schlopy

Christie, Tom, Chy, and Cheryl We are so saddened by your loss. Donavan was such a nice young man. We will always think of him with a smile. Love to all of you.
— Mary Ann Anderaon

I’m heartbroken to hear of Donovan’s passing he was a great guy sending prayers and strength for his family
— Peggy Barber

We are so sad to hear of Donovan''s accident. We enjoyed his visits to Missouri and Harold Baptist Church where he was saved and baptized. Prayers for comfort for all the family.
— Cliff & Pat Hodson

Condolences

  • Christie and family, I am so very sorry to read of Donovan''s passing. Wishing you all peace and comfort...

    — Joan Mansour
  • I can’t believe you’re gone… so many memories we have had growing up throughout our childhood and you had so much more to accomplish I will forever remember you and miss you.

    — Maverick Miller
  • It''s hard to believe your gone, I will always have you in my heart You were like family to me, and I will love and miss you. He was a very good friend to me, it''s a shame I can''t come to the funeral. I''m so sorry for your loss. If you ever want to contact me to talk about him. My email is jaceycasper@gmail.com.

    — Jacey Casper
  • Can’t believe your gone I will forever be hurt but I will love and miss you ??????

    — Jocelyn smith
  • Please except my sincere condolences to your family.

    — Nathan Humphrey