JOHNSON CITY - Mr. Thomas L. "Tom" Smith, age 83, Johnson City, passed away Sunday, January 7, 2024, at The Waters of Johnson City.
He was the son of the late William Bufford and Ruth Conner Smith.
Thomas was a U.S. Navy Veteran having served in San Fransisco and San Diego, California.
He was a graduate of Science Hill High School and East Tennessee State University. He retired from the Tennessee Department of Human Services.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by one sister, Jeanette Jilton, one brother, Charles B. "Charlie" Smith and brother-in-law, Clement Wilson.
He is survived by one sister, Charlotte Wilson, Knoxville; sister-in-law, Charlotte Patterson Smith, Johnson City; brother-in-law, Joe Jilton, Johnson City; one niece and several nephews.
Graveside services will be conducted 3:30 PM, Thursday, January 11, 2024, at Philadelphia Cemetery with Mr. Larry Jilton officiating.
Condolences may be sent to the Smith family online at www.dillow-taylor.com.
Dillow-Taylor Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Jonesborough, TN 753-3821
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Misty Story
January 11, 2024
It was a pleasure to meet Mr Tom a little over 2 years ago at the Waters of Johnson City. Such a fine man and wonderful family. He will be greatly missed.
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Tonya weaver
January 11, 2024
Tommy was a great guy! He was caring, kind, and funny. Anita and Tommy would come visit at our lake business. Always a great visit.
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