Stanley Nelson "Stan the Man" Smith

1939 - 2026

Stanley Nelson Smith, "Stan the Man," 86

August 12, 1939 - March 29, 2026

Stanley Nelson Smith, 86, of Horseshoe Bay, Texas, passed away peacefully on March 29, 2026. Stan was born August 12, 1939, in Fort Worth, Texas, to Nolan L. and B. Marie Smith. He devoted his life to family, faith, and community.

Stan married his wife of 61 years, Joyce Ann Brisendine Smith, and together they raised two sons and were blessed with five grandchildren.

An Eagle Scout and accomplished drummer with both his high school band and the University of Texas Longhorn Band, Stan went on to serve as an officer in the United States Navy. He worked more than 30 years in the water treatment industry, later becoming a Certified Financial Planner. His service extended to many roles, including church deacon, school board member, and a Rotarian.

After retiring to Horseshoe Bay in 2006, Stan remained active in the community. He served as President of the Property Owners Association, served as a President of the Rotary Club of Marble Falls, taught Sunday School at The Church at Horseshoe Bay, volunteered with the Nature Park Board, continued as a Boy Scout leader, and became a Texas Master Naturalist. A lifelong golfer and outdoorsman, he enjoyed his retirement years playing golf and boating.

Stan will be remembered for his deep faith in God, devotion to family, and enduring commitment to service.

He is proceeded in death by his parents and brother Gerald Smith.

Stan is survived by his wife Joyce, and two sons, Shane and wife Ruth Anne of Nashville, TN., Spencer and wife Julie of League City, TX, grandchildren, Abigail Baggett and husband Austin of Chattanooga, TN., Cameron Smith of Nashville, TN, Reagan Smith of Houston, TX, Allyson Wafford and husband Cade of Charlotte, NC., and Anderson Smith of League City, TX. Stan is also survived by his sister, Sheila Preston, Jackson, FL.

A celebration of Stan's life will be held on April 10, at 10:30 am at The Church at Horseshoe Bay.

The family expresses their appreciation to Arbor Memory Care staff and Methodist Hill Country Hospice team for their loving care.

In lieu of flowers, consider donations to Rotary International, Boy Scouts of America, and Nature Park of Horseshoe Bay.