Stephen D. Smith

Stephen D. Smith passed away on February 5th, 2024. A beloved husband, father, and friend, Stephen was born in Kingston, Tennessee where he spent his childhood on the lake with his six siblings. Stephen attended the University of Tennessee and met his wife of 38 years, Stacy. Stephen’s life was characterized by his inventive spirit, adventurous soul, and deep love for his family. Norris Lake was Stephen’s sanctuary, where he spent countless hours kayaking and swimming, reveling in the beauty of nature. He instilled this love for the outdoors in his sons, Grant and Zach. He took immense pride in his sons, teaching them valuable skills and offering unwavering support as they carved their own paths. He beamed with pride as his boys became fathers themselves, welcoming four precious grandchildren into the family: Witt (4), Rhodes (2), Griffin (2), and Henry (1). Stephen relished every opportunity to spend time with them, showering them with love and attention, and teaching them new skills. His beloved dog, Smudge, was a constant companion and source of joy. Stephen is preceded in death by his parents, DeForest and Jinny Smith, sister Susan Brody (David), and brother Matthew Smith (Colleen). He is survived by his devoted wife, Stacy, children Grant (Kayla) and Zach (Mel), and four beloved grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Amy Gibson (Curt), Tracy Gray (Danny), and Nell Chandler (Frank), and brother Bart Smith (Carrie), aunt Carol Cuthbertson, mother-in-law and father-in-law Carolyn and Sam Belk, cousins Janet Browning and Besty Folk, sister-in-law Jennifer Gertz (Dave), nieces Tracy Grabman, Samantha Gannon, Catherine Felix, Emily Smith, Jenna Joeckel, Hannah Meeson, and Kelsea Lawson, nephews Will Gray, Erich Gertz, Seth Chandler, Theo Chandler, and Hunter Rhodes Smith and several grandnieces and nephews. The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to Dr. Gregory Midas for giving them 13 additional years that they did not expect to have. The family will hold a receiving of friends at Rose Funeral & Cremation - Mann, (6200 Kingston Pike) on Thursday, February 8th from 4:00 - 6:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, the family encourages donations in Stephen’s memory to the American Cancer Society and the Survivor Fitness Foundation. Online condolences may be expressed at www.rosefuneraltn.com

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Stephen D. Smith

February 5, 2024