Douglas Leon Smothers, 88, of Mount Vernon, Illinois, passed away at his residence with his Partner-in-Christ, Sherry Bumpus, in attendance at 10:10 A.M. June 10, 2018. He was born September 29, 1929 in Winston County, Alabama to the late Grady Leo and Katie Lee (Fincher) Smothers. Douglas first married Alberta Woods on April 4, 1954. She preceded him in death on March 24, 1982. He later married Dorothy Hodge on May 27, 1984. She preceded him in death on January 25, 2011.

Per his wishes, there will be no public services held. An internment will take place at a later date at Valhalla Cemetery in Belleville, Illinois. Memorials may be made in Douglas’ honor to the West Salem Trinity United Methodist Church.

Call Hughey Funeral Home at 618-242-3348 or visit hugheyfh.com for further information.