Charles M. Smith age 87 of Knoxville, TN passed away on Tuesday, February 12, 2019. Charles was a veteran of the United States Air Force retiring after 23 years of service. He was the head chef at the Hyatt Regency for several years and also worked for Sears Roebuck Co. Charles was a member of the VFW in Knoxville and enjoyed spending time with his fellow members. He is preceded in death by his parents, Fred and Mattie Smith; brother Carl and sister, Sue. Charles is survived by Denise Worley and her son, Jeremiah; best friends, Lawrence Bailey, Earl Tolbert; several nephews, nieces and other relatives and friends. Charles' family will receive his friends from 6:00pm - 8:00pm on Saturday, February 16, 2019 with his Graveside Service with military honors on Sunday, February 17, 2019 at 1:00pm all at Berry Highland South, 9010 East Simpson Road, Knoxville, TN 37920. Condolences may be offered at www.berryhighlandsouth.com