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James Stephen "Steve" SMITH

James Stephen "Steve" SMITH obituary, Austin, TX

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James SMITH Obituary

James Stephen "Steve" Smith passed away at home on January 13, 2014 in Austin, TX. He was 63 years old. Steve was born October 20, 1950 in Brownwood, TX. Steve was a small business owner but a large family man. He dedicated his life to his family. He loved Rock & Roll, driving fast, football, and a good Dirty Martini. Steve leaves behind the love of his life and best friend Gloria, son Chris Smith (Jill); grandkids Evan, Natalie, Hudson, and Collin, son Carlton Hereford (Hannah); grandkids Mason and Brooke, "Daddy's Little Girl" Stephanie, brother Jefree Smith (Jana), along with many cousins. A memorial service will be held Saturday, January 18, 2014 at 2 pm, at Cook-Walden Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home located at 9700 Anderson Mill Road, Austin, Texas. Memorial donations may be given to American Lung Association. To leave an online condolence to the family, please visit www.cookwaldnechapelofthehills.com.

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Published by Austin American-Statesman from Jan. 15 to Jan. 16, 2014.

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Scott Schenkel

January 9, 2021

Steve.... hard to believe it's been seven years. I am hoping by now you have have picked a song or two with Doug Day, (also a huge admirer)..... I'll bring my drums when I come!

Mike Hamer

January 30, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Gloria and the family...from your friends at Travis Tile Sales...

January 22, 2014

Hearing about Steve from David Conway brings back bittersweet memories of the early 70's in Odessa. I remember Steve from when he played in Knightsbridge. He was a really good musician, had a cool stage presence, and a great smile. I remember Steve talking a lot about his little kid Chris. It is heartwarming to read this guest book and see that Steve had a big family, and I send my deepest condolences to you all.

Bob Eady

January 18, 2014

My condolences to Gloria and Steve's entire family. I fondly remember him as a huge family man and a very fair business man. I am sorry for your loss.RIP Steve. There is rock and roll in heaven.

Brett Bates

January 17, 2014

God bless you, Steve! I'll always remember cruising around in that GTO, and rocking out.
Gloria, so sorry for your loss, because Steve was one of the good guys in the world.

January 17, 2014

God bless you, Steve! I always enjoyed you hotrodding that GTO around West Texas like crazy, and that was when you seemed to be happiest. We played a lot of rock and roll together, in between the hot roding, and that made for an unforgettable memory of our friendship, and our youth.

Ann Simmons Gill

January 17, 2014

Gloria, our favorite "Big G" so sorry for your loss honey. I would be there if I could. You know I love you and I'm praying for you and the kids.

tom byrne

January 17, 2014

i will always remember steve as a great friend and a fantastic guitar player. we had a lot of fun times. gloria, my thoughts are with you.

January 16, 2014

the last time i saw steve was in 1968 when he showed up late for practice with his hand bandaged and greasy with smashed fingers from working on his 56 ford...i moved on to atlanta, but, always kept in touch with everyone in texas about steve...great guy...great player...mechanic?...sail on ...sail on ...sail on...robb boykin...melbourne beach, fl

Greg Moore

January 16, 2014

God Bless "Big G" Mackie and I are so sorry for your loss. I know you have many wonderful friends there to support you during this transition.

Diane & Darvin

January 16, 2014

Gloria, my heart hurts for you, I am so sorry, you and your family are in our thought and prayers.

Paul and Roijean Culver

January 16, 2014

Gloria you are in our hearts in this time of loss. We are praying for you. Much love to you.

Darelle Robbins

January 15, 2014

Rest in Peace Steve Smith!

January 15, 2014

Rest in peace, Steve. Long time, no see, but always fond memories.

Rob and Rae Lynn Hayes

January 15, 2014

Rest well, breathe easy, cuz

sherry henkell

January 15, 2014

Rest in Peace, dear Steve.....

Monica & Corey Wegele

January 15, 2014

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead. Love and hugs to you all!

Lucy, Brian Haugh

January 15, 2014

Gloria our hearts go out to you and your family . Hugs and prayers.

bobby joe smith

January 15, 2014

Goodbye my Friend.

Michael Harris

January 15, 2014

I lost track of Steve shortly after high school, but have regularly remembered him
as one of the good guys from my youth. Such a talented young man and always a fun guy to be with. I'm very sorry to hear of his passing, and I want to offer my sincerest condolences to his family. Rest in peace, old friend.
Michael Harris

Scott and Mary Schenkel

January 15, 2014

Rest in peace, my friend. I'm hoping right now you are playing your SG with all our buddies who preceded you to the next world. You will be sorely missed.

January 14, 2014

Rest in Peace my friend. Dana and I met Steve when he moved here from West Texas. We had a lot in common; last name, from Odessa, Brownwood roots, and lots more. We bought a used Ford F150 from Steve when he was a used car salesman, and had fun doing it ! I will miss his sense of humor and Texas draw.
Mark and Dana Smith

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