Thomas Claxton Smith Obituary
We announce the death of Thomas Claxton Smith of Powhatan, Virginia, who passed away on October 4, 2026, at the age of 75. Thomas will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Thomas Claxton Smith to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clint Smith and Mary Eunice Slaughter. He is survived by: his wife Cynthia Gill Smith; his children, Christy Smith Urban of Glen Allen and Thomas "Carter" Smith (Kristine) of Leesburg; his grandchildren, Kennedy Demaris Urban, Sydney Marie Urban, Charlotte Ashby Smith, Thomas Edward "Teddy" Smith and Virginia Grace Smith; and his siblings, Clint Smith, Jr. (Jill) of Huntley, Illinois, Katherine Smith Arthur (Michael) of Victoria and Hilda Smith Jackson of Kenbridge. He is also survived by several loving nieces, nephews, grandnieces and grandnephews.
Visitation was held on Monday, October 12th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Crews Funeral Home (1504 N Mecklenburg Ave, South Hill, VA 23970). A funeral service was held on Monday, October 12th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Monday, October 12th 2026 at the Oakwood Cemetery of South Hill.
The family suggest donations to Bon Secours Richmond Healthcare Foundation, attn: Cardiac Wellness Fund; 920 Libby Avenue, Suite 100; Richmond, VA 23226.
