Diane L. Smith, of Burnt Hills, passed away at Ellis Hospital, July 5, 2010. She was born in Niskayuna, and was a lifelong area resident. Diane worked as a teacher at the Oak Hill School in Glenville, for 22 years. She was predeceased by her father, Donald C. Lawyer, Sr. Diane is survived by her husband of 35 years, Raymond R. Smith; her mother, Clara Lawyer of Scotia; her sister, Sheryl Kline of Glens Falls; her brothers, Donald C. Lawyer, Jr. of Galway, and David Lawyer of New Hampshire. It was Diane's request that there be no services. Arrangements are by Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home.