Photo courtesy of Burks-Walker-Tippit Funeral Directors - Tyler
Tyler, Texas
Jun 3, 1931 – Sep 18, 2024
Edwin Allen Smith, Jr., age 93, passed away on September 18, 2024 surrounded by his family. Ed was born on June 3, 1931 to the late Nettie and Edwin Allen Smith, Sr. Ed grew up in the Pine Springs community in Tyler TX where he will be laid to rest.
After serving in the United States Air Force, Ed built a successful career in the oil industry as a refinery inspector and later in refinery sales where he had the opportunity to travel the world. He retired from Petrofac and enjoyed his retirement years with his wife of 35 years, Wanda Rita Smith.
Known for his kindness, generosity, and devotion to family and friends, Ed was always ready to lend a helping hand and was cherished by all who knew him. Ed greeted everyone with a smile and made all feel welcome. He was an amazing husband, father and grandfather and will be deeply missed.
Ed is survived by his wife Wanda Rita Smith, son Richard Smith and his wife Leila, two daughters Paula Ingram and Pamela Smith, stepdaughter Rhonda Bowden and husband Blake. Grandchildren Ashton Smith, Brandon Ingram and wife Emily, Cody Ingram, Kyra Bowden, Jason Bowden, Jeremy Bowden, and Derek Ivy. Great-grandchildren Andrew Smith, Kendall Ingram, Billy Ingram and Presley Ivy. He was preceded in death by his first wife Bobbie Jean Smith, grandson Bryan Smith, brother Bid Smith, sister Frances Goodman, son-in-law Bobby Ingram and stepson Russ Ivy.
Visitation and a funeral service will be held at the Pine Springs Baptist church on Friday, September 27th. Visitation will begin at 1:00 and the service will begin at 2:00. Burial will follow at the Pine Springs cemetery under the direction of Jackson’s Burks Walker Tippit funeral home.
Pine Springs Baptist Church, 2155 County Road 334, Tyler, TX 75708
Read MoreEd was a caring, dear neighbor whose ready smile will be missed. He was a good friend to my father, neighbor Richard Hickman; Dad spoke often of their afternoon conversations in Ed's backyard, drinking Dr Pepper. Lovely memories. He was one of the people who walk into our lives and make a difference for having been there. Our prayers and thoughts are with Rita and the entire family in this time.
Lyn Hickman
October 02, 2024 | Acquaintance
Mr Ed was such a sweet and kind neighbor. It was always a pleasure to visit with him. He will be missed by our neighborhood. Our condolences and prayers for Mrs Rita and the family.
Susan Gunter
October 01, 2024 | TX | Neighbor
Thank you for your military service
Grateful Nation
September 25, 2024
I had the pleasure of knowing and working with Ed for numerous years and it was a pleasure to call him my friend.
Ed was a good man and had nothing but kind words for all that knew him.
He will be missed.
May God bless your family in this time of sorrow.
Kenneth Jordan
September 24, 2024 | Longview, TX | Friend
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Dianne Sansom
September 24, 2024
Salt of the Earth people Bobby and Ed were like my second family growing up in Tyler. I’ll see you in heaven Ed and Bobby. Love you both.
GENA SONGY
September 23, 2024 | LA PLACE, LA | Friend
Brother was a good man, son, brother, husband, and father. He was kind and generous to all that knew him. I will never forget the Sundays where the Smith family gathered together for dinner at the farm. I never knew a more joyous occasion and I will never forget the wonderful food and conversation. Lord, please take Ed in your arms and show him the light. I know that heaven is a better place and he is in no pain. I know he will be met by Frances, Richard and Bobbie Jean. I wish I could be...
Jake Burkhalter
September 22, 2024 | Salado, TX | Family
