Deborah Ann Smith

Deborah Ann Smith, of Hampton Roads, passed away on her 65^th birthday, September 30^th, 2022. She was the daughter of the late James Edward Cover and Elizabeth Julia Cover. She is survived by her husband Donald Earle Smith Jr.; daughter, Jennifer Blakely and son-in-law Sierra Blakely; daughter Melissa Goss and son-in-law Tim Goss; daughter, Elizabeth Gearhart and son-in-law Curtis Gearhart; and their five children Savannah, Micah, Nathaniel, Silas, Lorelai; her brother, Richard Cover; sister, Pamela Davidson; mother, Elizabeth Cover.

Her greatest desire was to be a mother and grandmother and she excelled at her dream. She was a loving Wife, Mother and Grammy. She enjoyed spending time with her family and tending to her flowers. Deborah was devoted and kind. She left a legacy of prayer, compassion, and Christian love. Everyone who knew her, knew her as a Godly, elegant, soft spoken, wise woman. Deborah was an avid supporter of Samaritan’s Purse. In lieu of flowers, please make a donation to  honor her memory.

 A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 5^th, at 11:00 a.m. at Little’s Funeral Home. The family will receive friends after the service at their home in Smithfield. Online condolences may be registered at www.littlesfuneralhome.com.