Michael Grigsby Smith

Michael Grisgsby Smith, born to Ernestine Smith on February 8, 1950, went to meet his Lord and Savior the morning of June 1, 2026, following a heart attack. He was surrounded by his loved ones when he passed at Methodist Medical Center. Mike was preceded in death by his mother, Ernestine Smith, His Grandfather, Oliver "Pap" Smith and his Uncle JP Smith. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Barbara (Smith) Smith, son Nathan Oliver Smith and wife Heather, and their children: Tyler McBroon & Daughter Loralei Bennett; Aunt Gladys Smith (J P's Wife), Uncles: Preston Smith of Nashville, Donald "Fritz" Smith (Nan) of New Smyrna, Florida; Cousins: Johnny Smith (Nancy), Ann Baker (David, & Dr. Madison Baker), Susan McNally (Steve, & son Stephen), Stacey Smith, Shelly Meadows (Sons Drew & Alec). 

On his wife's side he is preceded in death by mother-in-law, Agnes (Cole, Smith, Lewis) Rogers, Brother-in-law John David Lewis; survived by In-laws William (Butch) Smith, Gary Smith (Arlene), and Lori Adamski (Barry) ; nieces & nephews and many friends and loved ones. 

Mike said his mission in life, given to him by God, was to feed children and supply their need when at all possible. He loved children of all ages and sizes. He could not stand the thought of a child going to bed hungry. He volunteered at the First Baptist Church every Wednesday evening to help feed the kids and adults. He volunteered at "Kids Cafe" every Monday night to feed the children of the county. He also volunteered at Bowers Elementary School on Fridays to hand out meals to children. Our neighborhood children meant the world to him. A special bond was formed between them. He especially loved the Mendoza children: Elana, Jeremiah, Rueben, and Isaac. You couldn't ask for any children better than them. And Jordan Duncan was right there with them. A special word for these children. "Mike loved you and is still watching over you from heaven above".

In lieu of flowers please make donations to Marine Corp Toys for Tots or St. Judes Hospital in memory of Mike.

Family and friends will meet for a graveside, masonic service and interment service on Saturday, June 6th, 2026, at 3:00 pm ET in the Oak Grove Cemetery in Rockwood. Full military honors will be presented by the U.S. Marine Corp. Honor Guard and the Roane County Military Memorial Honor Guard. Evans Mortuary is serving the family of Michael Grigsby Smith.