Byron Alexander Smith, Sr.

Mr. Byron Alexander Smith, Sr. was born July l2, 1936 in Iron City, Tennessee to the union of Roy and Cora Allen Smith.

He was educated in the Nashville Davidson County Public Schools and was a 1955 graduate of Pearl High School.

Byron accepted Christ as his personal Savior at an early age and was united with Phillips Chapel CME Church.

After graduation Byron enlisted in the United States Armed Forces branch of Army. He served his country form November 1959 – November 1965. During his duty, Byron received several medals including the Good Conduct Medal. After his tour of duty he received an honorable discharge.

Byron later was employed by REA Express and United Parcel Services where he eventually retired.

Byron married the love of his life Martha Mae Currie on March 28, 1972. This union was blessed with a son.

When Byron was not working, he enjoyed spending time with family and loved ones. He also enjoyed watching boxing and football. He will be greatly missed by all who loved him.

Byron went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, August 31, 2026, at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Roy T. Smith and Cora Lee Allen Smith, sisters, Theresa Tharpe, Olivia Cater and brother, Curtis G. Smith. 

He leaves to cherish his memories of his loving and devoted wife, Martha C. Smith, son, Byron Alexander Smith, Jr., and Kimberly Sears Smith, grandchildren, Aidan M. Parham, Zoe Elaine Smith, nephews, Willis T. Cater, Steve A. Hathaway, II, nieces, Stephny Hathaway-Whitney, Marnesa Cunningham, Ashley Currie, Countless, Dr. Lakimerly Coates, cousins, neighbors, Tiffany Richmond and Family and Ryan Morrison, & family.