Tommy Lee Smith's Obituary
Tommy Lee Smith, a devoted man of faith, loving husband, father, grandfather, and lifelong servant to his community and church, passed away peacefully on June 9, 2025 at the age of 79.
A pillar of strength and humility, Tommy Smith served faithfully for many years as a deacon at Bedico Baptist Church, where his steady presence, deep compassion, and quiet leadership touched countless lives. His life was defined by service — to God, to his family, and to all those he encountered.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 47 years, Mary Lee Smith, with whom he shared a life rich in love, laughter, and devotion. He was also preceded in death by his parents, Charles C. Smith and Bessie Dee Matthews Smith, as well as his siblings: Iris Magum, Charles Smith, Vester Smith, and James
B. Smith.
Later in life, he was blessed with a second chapter of companionship through his marriage to Judy Ann Smith, his loving wife of the past 10 years, who remained faithfully by his side until his passing.
Tommy is survived by his wife Judy Ann Smith, his children, Carolee Smith, James C. Smith and wife Rebecca Smith, Jimmie McCoun and wife Susan McCoun, Jeffrey McCoun and wife Bell McCoun, Greg McCoun and wife Kris McCoun.
He also leaves behind a legacy of love through his grandchildren: Victoria Willie and husband Caleb Willie, Cailynn Smith, Ainsley Smith, Wyatt Smith, Tatum Smith, Taylor McCoun, Carson McCoun, Hailey McCoun, Heather McCoun, Brandt Glover, and Bryce Glover – as well as one great-grandson, Jonathan Rucker Jr.
He was born in Natchez, MS and was a resident of Madisonville, LA before moving to Gonzales, LA. He retired after many years as Vice President of Operations with Sav-A-Center Food Stores, having built a long and respected career in the retail grocery industry. After retirement, driven by a deep passion and a lifelong dream, he returned to work to begin a second career in education. He served faithfully in the field of education for many years, positively impacting the lives of students and colleagues alike before eventually retiring once more.
Relatives and friends are invited to attend the Funeral Service on Monday, June 16, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at E.J. Fielding Funeral Home, located at 2260 West 21st Avenue, Covington, LA. Visitation will be held prior to the service, beginning at 9:00 a.m. and continuing until the time of the service at 11:00 a.m.
E.J. Fielding Funeral Home has been entrusted with funeral arrangements. Please sign the guestbook at www.ejfieldingfh.com.
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