David R. Smith, Sr., 73, of Evarts passed away Tuesday, August 9, 2022, from injuries sustained in a motor vehicle accident at Brookside.  Born July 25, 1949, David was a lifelong resident of Evarts.  He was a Supervisor for White's Logging Company and was well known for being one of the best bulldozer operators in the area, a job he loved doing.  He enjoyed spending time in the mountains, and also enjoyed eating at Cracker Barrel whenever he could.

David is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth "Liz" Abner Smith; his parents, Victor Smith and Carrie Thompson Smith; a sister, Fannie Smith; and three brothers, Curtis Ray, Donnie and John Smith.

Survivors include two children, David R. Smith, Jr. and wife, Amber, Evarts; Taylor Owens and husband, Dale, Barbourville; two sisters, Kathy Smith and Loretta Smith, both of Harlan; four grandchildren and another one expected soon, Lucas McPherson, Aaliyah, Alexis and Alysah Short; a host of nieces and nephews, including a special nephew, Donnie Smith and wife, Karol; and a host of other family and friends including Roger White and Denny Creech, who was like a son to him.

His visitation will be held Thursday from 5 until 8 pm at the Evarts Funeral Home.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1 pm Friday, August 12, 2022, in the Chapel of the Evarts Funeral Home with Pastor Denny Creech officiating.

His burial will follow in the Evarts Memorial Gardens with his family, friends and co-workers serving as pallbearers.

Evarts Funeral Home is honored to serve the Smith family.