Dianah Mae Smith, 67, went on to glory on October 6, 2020 at home in Danville, Virginia. She was born on May 24, 1953 as the first child of the late Morris Smith.

“Donna Mae”, as she was affectionately called by those who loved her, loved to give to others and take care of others. She was known to speak her mind. Dianah was a member of Evening Light Church.

She was predeceased by her maternal grandmother, Emmie Childress; paternal grandmother, Rebecca Smith; her husband, Frank Motley; and grandson, Terquise Smith;

Dianah leaves cherished memories to her mother, Sarah Hodnett; her beloved sons and daughters, Bernard Smith, Michael Smith (Tiffany), Monica Smith, and Latarsha Smith; brothers and sisters, Phelarn Smith (Doretha), Harold Smith (Betty), Nelson Smith, Napolean Smith (Chavelle), Tyrone Smith (Sarah), Pauline McKenzie (Keith), Tammy Ancle (Don), Brenda Henderson (David); eight grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; a special friend, Minnie Seay Williams; and a host of nieces , nephews, other relatives and friends.

Drive in celebration of life service for Ms. Dianah Mae Smith will be held on Thursday, October 15, 2020 at 1:00 P.M. at the Highland Memorial Park, 3049 North Main Street, Danville Va. 24540

A public Viewing for Ms. Dianah Mae Smith will be  on Wednesday, October 14, 2020 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at the J.L Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment.

The family is asking that relatives assemble at the residence of her son and daughter-in-law, Michael Smith (Tiffany)160 Martindale Dr., Danville, Virginia at 12:00 P.M. on the  day of service.

Professional funeral services have been entrusted to the staff of the J.L. Dodson and Sons Funeral Establishment, 447 Old South Main Street, Danville, Virginia 24541, Rev. Jeffrey L. Dodson, Sr., Funeral Director, (434) 799-9262. Online condolences may be registered at www.jldodsonandsons.com “Our Family Servicing Your Family”.

Masks are required at all services and visitations. All attendees are also asked to follow social distancing guidelines.