Birth date: May 2, 1948 Death date: Aug 9, 2025
Thomas Miles "Duane" Smith May 2, 1948 – August 29, 2025 Thomas Miles Duane Smith, 77, of Lakeland, Florida, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2025. Born in Hamilton, Ohio, to Thomas and Lena Smith, Thomas devoted his life to Read Obituary
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Rev. Smith held several revival for my husband, Doug Wright. We could count on his honest, spirot-filled messages. I know his preaching was used by God to strengthen Christians and cause new Jesus relationships for many. Prayers his family experience strength, peace, and wisdom.
We loved Duane and Ruth in Barnesville Ga. His ministry blessed us immensely and they will forever hold a special place in my heart. Sending heartfelt sympathy with love, hugs and prayers for Ruth and family. Nanette Underwood
We cherish many memories of sharing ministry together in various camp meetings across the country. We loved both Duane and Ruth and appreciate their genuine servanthood. Love and prayers are with all the family.
From the Fowlers at the Barnesville, GA Nazarene Church...
Duane and Ruth were very special to us. Had him many times here in Barnesville. They were such a blessing to our congregation when tragedy struck that took our pastor’s wife and daughter. Anytime he was close by in revival we attended. Our love and prayers to Ruth and his family.
In loving memory of my Uncle Duane 🌳
A memorial tree has been planted in honor of Thomas Miles Duane Smith. Though the site didn’t allow me to include it, I was the one who purchased it with love. I will carry and share the memories of him always. 💙 Dawn & Family
Duane and I were in the same class, graduating from Westmont High School, Hollansburg, Ohio, in 1966. When I connected with him at a class reunion years later, he was the same kind, pleasant guy who had grown into a faithful servant of his savior Jesus Christ. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife, Ruth, as she moves on until she and Duane are together again.
Marilea Alexander Meder
