Steven William Smith, age 71, passed away April 2, 2021. He was born on September 23, 1949 to August William Smith, Jr. and Patsy May Smith in Quincy, Illinois. He was raised in Corpus Christi, Texas.
He graduated from Flour Bluff High School in 1969. Steven married to the love of his life, Deborah Lynn Smith of 41 years on December 22, 1976. He was employed by Berry Crane and Rigging. Steven was a loving husband, father, son, brother, uncle and grandfather. He enjoyed having his “all the time,” coffee meet ups with his childhood friend, Mike Robinson. Steven will always be remembered for his love of laughter and devotion to family. He had such a vast knowledge of anything and everything. Steven loved to read, especially poetry. He was always a giver, not a taker, always hard-working, a strong believer in doing what was right and loved to make people laugh. Steven was always willing to help others, always had a passion for photography, muscle cars, hot rods and motorcycles. He also had a great passion for music – played the guitar, piano and harmonica. Most importantly, he was a man of strong faith – loved God and knew God’s word inside and out.
Steven is preceded in death by his Wife: Deborah Lynn Smith (Corpus Christi, Texas); Grandparents: Walter Roberts, Jr., and Eva Wardell (Quincy, Illinois); Grandparents: August William Smith, Sr. and Mary Smith (Quincy, Illinois); Parents: August William Smith, Jr., and Patsy May Smith (Sandia, Texas) and, Brother: David Lynn Smith (Deer Park, Texas).
He is survived by his Son: Alfred Smith (Cynthia Smith), Portland, Texas; Grandsons: Brandon Jerry Wheeler (Kerrville, Texas); Steven Michael Smith and Jonathan William Smith (Portland, Texas); Brother: Randell Smith (Vicki Smith) (Jefferson County, Tennessee); Nephews: Randell Smith, Jr. (Jefferson County, Tennessee) and Clint Smith (Seabrook, Texas); Nieces: Aimee Upchurch (Jefferson County, Tennessee), Ryan Smith (Grainer County, Tennessee) and Misty Smith (Fort Myers, Florida); Aunts: Inez Bailey (Quincy, Illinois) and Shirley Smith (Missouri)
A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2021 at GracePoint Church located at 4755 Wildcat Dr., Portland, Texas 78374 at 10:00 a.m. Come as you are- Casual Attire.
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