Thomas Wayne Smallwood Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Thomas Wayne Smallwood of Athens, Texas, born in Kemp, Texas, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Thomas left this world on March 12, 2026 at the age of 94, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Thomas Wayne Smallwood to show support.

As Thomas departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though Thomas may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy Thomas leaves behind.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Thomas Elmer and Sarah Anne Smallwood; and his wife Roberta. He is survived by: his children, Mary Anne Matlock, Rebecca Smith (Floyd) and Edwin Smallwood (Gail). He is also survived by nine grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and one great – great grandchild.