Edgar Smith

Edgar Smith departed this life on Tuesday, December 8, 2020, at the age of 79 years, 4 months, and 7 days. He was born in Dyer County, Tennessee on August 1, 1941, the son of the late William Ancil and Veneta C. Freeman Smith. On November 6, 1966, he was united in marriage to Barbara Smith, who survives.

Edgar had lived in Memphis, Tennessee for about 37 years. While living in Memphis, he worked for Sears and Roebuck where he was a material handler; he was with the company for over 30 years. Edgar moved to Savannah, Tennessee in 2003. He was a member of New Pleasant Grove Freewill Baptist Church and enjoyed helping out where and when needed. His hobbies included, deer hunting and target practice.

In addition to his wife of 54 years, Barbara Ann Smith of Savannah, Tennessee, Edgar is survived by his nieces, Sophie Smith and Bentley Smith, both of Memphis, Tennessee; sisters-in-law, Ginger Smith of Memphis, Tennessee, Judith Smith and Jackie Smith, both of Savannah, Tennessee; and many beloved nieces and nephews by marriage.

Along with his parents, Edgar was preceded in death by his brother, William Gerald Smith.