John Smith, 81, of Bristol, passed away suddenly Thursday, August 1 ,2024, at his residence.
He was born May 20, 1943 in Pierce County to the late Harry Smith and Jewell Loper Smith. Besides his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, James Harold Smith.
He was a graduate of Patterson High School and received an associate’s degree from Truett McConnell. He served in the Army Reserves and was a lifelong member of Martha Memorial Church. He also enjoyed farming and tending to his cattle.
Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Sue Metts Smith; two sons, Anthony Smith and Timmy Smith (Marie); six grandchildren, Marah Sweat (Skylar), Cole Smith (Skylar), Allie Peeples (Rhett), Brandon Waters, Bryan Gill (Tatum) and Zach Gill (Danielle); six greatgrandchildren, Bradley and Bryson Smith, Hazel Cason, Hardy Sweat, Violet and Izzie Gill and a sister, Edna Boatright.
Funeral services were held at 2 p.m. Sunday, August 4, from the Martha Memorial Church with Pastor Joe Thigpen and Pastor Jason King officiating.
Interment followed in the church cemetery.
Active pallbearers were James M. Boatright, Cole Smith, Rusty Boatright, Marty Boatright, Brandon Waters, Zach Gill and Bryan Gill.
All others in attendance were considered honorary escorts.
Crosby Funeral Home of Alma was in charge of arrangements.
