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Tony Smith Obituary

Tony Smith, 52, passed away in the early hours of Friday, October 21, 2022, at Northwest Medical Center. Tony was born November 3, 1970, in Kingsville, Texas. The second son of Louella and Wendy Smith. Tony spent most of his childhood in Yuma and El Cajon playing sports and developing a burning passion for music, in 1994 he met Tara Sill, the love of his life and together they raised four beautiful children: Ryan Sill, Daniel Smith, Alyssa Smith, and Jeremy Smith.       Tony became involved in the behavioral health field and selflessly dedicated his life to help others change and better themselves just the same way he had. Through decades of work, he touched many communities in Yuma, Tucson, and Phoenix by providing behavioral health services and programs all throughout Arizona. He shared his heart to not only his family but the entire world, his kindness and empathy for others knew no bounds.      Tony is survived by his wife Tara Smith, their children, Ryan Sill, Daniel Smith, Alyssa Smith, Jeremy Smith, his granddaughter Audrie Sill, his only brother Curtis Dale Smith, and countless other aunts, uncles, and cousins.      Tony is preceded in death by his parents Louella Pearl Cranford Smith and Falis Wendell Smith.

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Published by Arizona Daily Star on Oct. 28, 2022.

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Danielle Wilson

October 19, 2024

I miss you every time I smell popcorn. Till I see you again my friend...

Danielle F Wilson

November 9, 2022

Claudia Lugo

November 8, 2022

Tara may you find peace at this painful time. The roller coaster of emotions will not stop due to the different phases of grief. Your children are also a part of Tony so you will have him always. Tony was one of my mentors at the old Family Shelter Education Center. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Danielle

November 7, 2022

Kevin D Arrant

November 7, 2022

my dear friend,,,my life has been enriched by your friendship,, the struggles have been real, and our ability walk side by side through some of those has been my honor. I consider you sir, my mentor and teacher of how recovery should be expressed in every thought , word and action.

Diana Bovey - Community Health Associates

October 30, 2022

Tony pioneered several successful projects in the behavioral health field. He truly impacted the lives of many. I feel blessed to have known him and worked with him for several years. Condolences to his family.

Anna Lindemood

October 29, 2022

Tara my heart goes out to you. I'd love to see you or hear from you. Information is still the same. Love and prayers for you and your family.

Diana C. Coulter

October 29, 2022

Tony was an awesome cousin of mine. We first meet in church here in Yuma. His Dad was one of my favorite Uncles after my Dad passed away. Tony had a love for life and helping others! We will miss him. Love and Prayers to Tara and their kids. Diana and David

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