James Daniel “Danny” Smith, 74 of Ruther Glen passed away Sunday, November 14, 2021. Born in Louisa, he was a United States Army veteran and served one tour of duty in Viet Nam. He had retired after 37 years of service with Rappahannock Electric Cooperative. Danny had a lifelong love and passion for horses. Survivors include his wife, Mary Smith; two sons, Hunter Smith (Emily) and David Smith (Danielle); two step children, Mandy Tate (Kevin) and Robbie Glasco; grandchildren, Zoe and Stella Smith and Wade and Waylen Smith; step grandsons, Zachary and Ryan Tate. The family will receive friends on Thursday, November 18^th from 6:00 – 8:00pm at the Bowling Green chapel of Storke Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.storkefuneralhome.com.