William A. Smith, a 79-year-old White male from Enon, Ohio, passed away on January 2, 2017. Born on December 13, 1937, in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Fred Smith and Hazel Lockhard. William honorably served in the United States Navy for 20 years and subsequently retired from General Motors after more than 25 years of service. He was an active member of the Fairborn Masonic Home Lodge No. 0764 and a 32nd-degree Scottish Rite Mason in the Valley of Dayton.
He is survived by his children: Dusty Smith of Summerville, South Carolina; Tina Haerr and her husband Tim of Enon; and Gabriella DeVere of Garrettsville, Ohio. His legacy also includes four grandchildren—Stephanie Smith, Stacy Haerr, Spencer Haerr, and William L. Smith —and one great-grandchild, Justin Carver. William was preceded in death by his wife, Donna L. Smith, in 2013, and his son, Mark E. Smith, in 2012.
Public records indicate that William Smith's death was due to natural causes. There is no information suggesting any criminal activity, arrests, or suspects associated with his passing. The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction's Offender Search database does not list any individuals connected to this case.
In summary, William A. Smith, a 79-year-old White male, led a distinguished life marked by military service and dedication to his community. His death on January 2, 2017, was attributed to natural causes, with no indications of foul play or related arrests.
