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September 26, 1935 - July 3, 2012
Estes “Bunt” Smith, 76, of Bakewell, Tennessee, died on Tuesday, July 3, 2012 surrounded by family and friends. He was a loving and dedicated husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend. Estes was a man with great pride and integrity with a giving heart. He enjoyed a long and successful career at Stein’s Construction in Chattanooga for over fifty years. Estes was the foundation of a family that loves and admires him and will truly miss his amazing spirit.
He is survived by his devoted wife of fifty eight years, Margirene Smith; children, Estes Franklin “Frank” Smith, Kathy Bode, Carol & Roger Rucker, Robert (Mickey) Smith, Robin & Mark Williams; former daughter-in-law, Pamela Kellogg; grandchildren, Crystal & Brad Nelson, Jeremy Smith, Cody & Sharon Rucker, Josh & Ashley Smith, Ashley & Anthony Brinkle, David Prince, Zack Williams, & Benji Williams; great-grandchildren, Skylar Nelson, Bryson Rucker, Liam Rucker & Bradley Smith; sisters, Lizzie & Arcola Lasley and Anna Sue Martin.
Estes was preceded in death by a daughter-in-law, Sharon Higgins.
The funeral service will be 1:00 P.M. Friday, July 6, 2012 at Williamson & Sons Funeral Home with friend Greg Trantham officiating. Burial will follow in Bakewell Mountain Community Cemetery. Visitation will be 4:00 P.M. To 10:00 P.M. Thursday at the funeral home.
His family offers a special thanks to the wonderful staff of Life Care of Rhea County for their loving care and support.
Condolences and memories may be shared at www.williamsonandsons.com.
Arrangements are by Williamson & Sons Funeral Home, 8852 Dayton Pike Soddy-Daisy, TN 37379.
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