I can’t even begin to imagine you not being here-Stanley. My tears fall as I type, when I turn to the dictionary now and look up the word “ CLASS”, it’s you I see. No one can ever take your place. The laughs we had singing in the Angelic Voices of Faith will never be matched ! I love you! I didn’t get a chance to say goodbye, but hopefully I will see you later in Heaven, because I know that is where you will be. Rest Stanley Rest, God will take care of you. God bless the lives you left behind and I Thank them for giving us “ YOU”! I love you! Wanda Y Hall-Coleman- Hamilton vs Southside!!!Forever!!!

To the family and friends of Stanley,  
There are no words of comfort I can give as my soul aches as well.  I was not able to celebrate his memories with you in person, but he will always be a part of my life.  I've loved my friend most of my life, as a high school modeling coach and as a choir member peer.  Hopefully when you have memories of him, you will smile as I do. My deepest condolences 🙏.

Praying for stanley family. He was a great person we done fashion show together for over 30 yr. He will be truly missed

To Stanley Smith Family u have my sincere condolences  to Mrs Louise  Ricky  and the Entire Family Stanley was such a great friend and a great person He will be sorely missed This is so Unbelievable  Rest In Love Stanley

God bless the life love fellowship friendship of Stanley…a beautiful spirit man of God brother in Christ…excellent faithful in  choir music ministry…strong devoted tenor… devoted to his craft fashion…

Judah Stanley Gore
(Stanley Patton)
Forner choir director TOD/BB
NYC

Stanley I'm so going to miss the late night talks,the laughter the Witt I'm simply going to miss you,  and as I always told you I love you the forever kinda way and that is infinity and as you would so eloquently say like no one else 💗 
Rudd..

Stanley will always be remembered and hold a special place in my heart. He gave me my 1st start as a model when I was at Whitehaven High School. Later I was selected to join his modeling group Erole Expose! Stanley always had the best modeling group in Memphis and classy models. He didn’t play about his models but he always held us accountable. He was kind-hearted, lovable, comical, and will forever be missed. His Legacy will not be forgotten.

Stanley Smith you  will truly be missed. You have truly left the modeling world with many good memories! My girls and I were blessed to have modeled with your troupe. A kind man indeed! Praying for your family and loved ones. My sincerest condolences.

To Rickey and family, 
I will always appreciate Stanley for helping to train my models on proper modeling techniques and for introducing me to some of the best models in Memphis.  I extend condolences to Rick and the entire family from myself, The "Miss BeNea Fashion Models", and "The Onyx Goddesses". Be blessed!🙏🏼🙏🏼

I am always going to  remember what you poured into me.

My heartfelt condolences go out to Rickey, Ms. Louise and family. Stanley will truly be missed. I will keep the family lifted up in prayer.

My sincere condolences go out to your Mother, also,  your Sister and Brothers. It was a Joy in knowing and Loving you ❤  You will truly be missed. 
LOVE YOU 💘 
Connie K Young

My heart cries out for the loss of such a dear friend...we will miss his awesome smile and his amazing shows Eriole will never be the same without Stanley rest in oeace

My Prayers are with you all! Such a kind soul! He will be greatly missed… 😢😔💔🙏🏽

We offer peace to Stanley's family during this perilous time. Affected and warmth!
Dr.  Phyllis Hampton and family. (His walking member).🙏🙌🙌🙏

IT SADDENS ME TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF OUR DEAR FRIEND AND CO-WORKER. STANLEY  WAS SO KIND AND  HAD AN GIVING HEART TO EVERYONE HE CAME IN CONNECT WITH. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO STRENGTHEN  AND COMFORT THE FAMILY. LOVE RONALD A LITTLE AND FAMILY

Stanley E. Smith, you will truly be missed.  I will keep your family in my thoughts and prayers.

My condolences to the family. My prayer, may strengthen your hearts 💕 . 💐 🌹 🕯 🕊 🕊 🕊 🕊

OBITUARY

Stanley Earl Smith

8 August, 1957 – 3 April, 2025

M. J. Edwards - Whitehaven Funeral Chapel

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