Leonard Dee Smith, 79, of Cleveland, departed his earthly home on Thursday, July 10. He was born August 18, 1934 to Oliver and Lillie Kelley Smith of Coker Creek, Tenn. He moved to Cleveland 60 years ago to build a loving, happy life with family and friends. He was a retiree from Jackson Mfg. Co. after many years of service. While at Jackson, he formed many cherished friendships. He was predeceased by his wife Shirley, a short 15 months ago, his parents, three brothers, Earl, Austin and Elmo Smith; two sisters-in-law and mother-in-law Lola D. Evans whom he loved dearly and she returned that love in abundance. He leaves to cherish his memory a loving son, Stacy D. Smith; brothers-in-law, Jimmy (Wanda) Evans, Gary (Teresa) Evans; sister-in-law, Brenda Evans; nieces Mamie Sue Witt, Megan Antuna (AJ); nephew, Barry (Jennifer) Evans; great nieces and nephew, Lola and Jaxson Antuna and Brenley Evans; they loved him so, called him "Paw-Paw Lenny". Special friends, H. C. and Chris Ledford they brought him his favorite foods and blessed him with their friendship. Visitation will be Monday, from 5 - 8, in Cleveland Christian Church. The Rev. Guinn Green will conduct the graveside service at 11 a.m. Tuesday in Old Coker Creek Cemetery in Monroe County, Tennessee. Pall bearers will be Rick Houlk, Alex Lawson, Andrew Lawson, A. J. Antuna and honorary pall bearer, Jaxson Antuna. Memorial contributions may be made to Cleveland Christian Church, 3448 Davis Circle NW, Cleveland, TN 37312. Send condolences at www.CovenantFuneral.com Arrangements are by Covenant Funeral & Crematory, Crox family owned and operated.

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