Frank E. Smiley, III

Frank E. Smiley, III, age 58, of Havertown, PA, passed away on November 7, 2026.

Frank was born in Darby, PA, in 1968 to Francis E. and the late Frances Katherine (nee Dreger) Smiley. Frank’s family meant everything to him. Frank was grateful to grow up with his sister, Margie Smiley Outler, and brother, Sean P. Smiley (Beth). Frank was also so close to his cousins that they were more like siblings - Joe, Sue, Patty and Booty. In 2003, Frank became the loving father of Kathryn Tessier "Tess" Smiley, the most important person in his world. Over the years, Frank would also be a caring uncle of 3 nieces, 1 nephew, and 1 great-nephew.

After graduating Cardinal O’Hara High School in 1986, Frank attended Catholic University and graduated in 1990 from Penn State University. Frank was a gifted artist and worked as a Graphic Designer and Animator. He had a deep appreciation for music and played the drums and guitar. Frank enjoyed playing basketball and watching the Philadelphia Sixers. He loved to spend time with his daughter, and particularly enjoyed watching her play softball as her #1 fan. He could often be heard at Tess’s games, cheering her on and shouting to her and her teammates, “Punish the ball!” and “See the middle of the ball!” Frank was blessed to have an incredibly close circle of friends, all of whom meant the world to him. They shared stories that only got better with age. Frank’s message in life was to “Make it Count.”

Relatives and friends are invited to his Visitation 6:00-8:00 PM Thursday, November 12, 2026 at The Donohue Funeral Home, 1627 West Chester Pike, West Chester, PA 19382, 610-431-9000, and 10:30-11:30 AM Friday at SS Simon & Jude Church, 8 Cavanaugh Court, West Chester, PA 19382, followed by his Funeral Mass at 11:30 AM. Interment private.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the American Heart Association would be appreciated.