Buddy Smothers Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Buddy Smothers of Hollow Rock, Tennessee. Buddy, born on December 23, 1951, passed away on August 18, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Buddy for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Buddy’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Taylor Smothers and Hettie Smothers (Noles); his siblings, John Byron Smothers and Ruth Smothers Eason; and his brother-in-law Hal Eason.
He is survived by: his wife Joyce Smothers; and his siblings, Nelda Durham (Melvin) of Waverly and Ernie Smothers (Stacey) of Hollow Rock. He is also survived by twelve nieces and nephews; and twenty-one great-nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers memorial may be directed to the Bruceton Lions Club Christmas baskets (P.O. Box 17, Bruceton, TN 38317), Gideons International, or St. Jude.
