Leon Smith

Leon Smith was born March 6, 1934 in Finger, TN the son of the late James Virgil and Arnelia Williams Smith.

He was united in marriage to Shirley Fay McCann in 1951. Mrs. Smith preceded him in death on June 24, 1987.

Mr. Smith retired from Brown Shoe Company and later worked at Union University as a security guard. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and working. He loved spending time with his grandchildren.

Mr. Smith departed this life on February 6, 2021 in Bethel Springs, Tennessee at the age of 86 Years, 11 Months. He is survived by two daughters, Joyce Ann England and husband Harry of Bethel Springs, TN, Gloria Connor and husband Ricky of Bethel Springs, TN; two sons, David Smith and wife Marilyn of Finger, TN, Mark Wade Smith of Arizona; 8 grandchildren, 22 great grandchildren, and 8 great great grandchildren; and a host of extended family and friends.

In addition to his wife and parents, Mr. Smith was preceded in death by a brother, Raiford Smith.