James Anthony Smith

James Anthony “Tony” Smith, age 54 of Evensville, passed away Saturday, March 18, 2023, at his home. He was born in Rhea County, on March 27, 1968, the son of the late James C. “JC” Smith and Dot (Jiles) Smith.

Tony lived in Evensville all of his life, graduating from Rhea County High School in 1986. He was employed by Soddy Daisy HCC and Spring City HCC in the kitchen service department. He was a member of Salem Baptist Church, where he also served as a youth director.

Tony is survived by his mother, Dot (Jiles) Smith of Evensville, and several cousins.

Funeral services for Tony will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, in the funeral home chapel with Rev. Barry Walls and Rev. Clyde Fitzgerald officiating. He will be laid to rest in Smyrna Cemetery in Evensville.

Please share your memories and photos of Tony on his online guest register at www.vanderwallfh.com .

The family is being cared for by Vanderwall Funeral Home in Dayton where they will receive friends on Tuesday, March 21, 2023, from 12:00 noon until the time of the service.