Comments on: Donald Jack Smith

By: Don Sandell

Don Sandell — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 22:20:25 +0000

I met Don (Smitty) in 1972 when I started working at the Lincoln Journal Star. He was a great co-worker until his retirement and friend until his death. We did a little woodworking together, a little fishing, target shooting, car-
pooling to work and made a batch of Elderberry wine that wasn’t all that bad.
After my retirement we resumed our visits via email & with
coffee at Panera’s. These conversations rivaled only by the
philosophers of our time. My Sympathy to his family and to those who knew him. He will be missed.
Don Sandell

By: Faye Stevens

Faye Stevens — Thu, 25 Jul 2013 18:26:05 +0000

I met Jack when he adopted Sherman from The Cat House (I’m a volunteer there – it’s the “No Kill Cat Shelter” mentioned in the obit). I visited Jack (and Sherman) every month for the last three years. I agree with Mary Baker that Sherman was a great comfort and companion to Jack. I had a special connection to Sherman because I fostered him when he was just a small kitten. I enjoyed my visits with them both; Jack was such a classy gentleman. Sherman is now living at my house and is doing well, enjoying playing with my younger cat. I’m glad I could take in Sherman and hope that it eased Jack’s mind that I did. My thoughts are with his family; I’m so sorry for your loss. Faye Stevens

By: Mary Baker

Mary Baker — Wed, 24 Jul 2013 22:18:46 +0000

I used to be Jack’s homemaker (Arcadia Health Care) when he lived at The Crossroads. He was such a nice man. I cleaned for him the day after he got Sherman-his cat. He was so happy to have a new friend. I hope Sherman went to a good home. I’m so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts & prayers. Always, Mary Baker