Tuesday, April 9, 2019 2:02 am

Loy Willard Smithson, age 82, of Woodbury passed away Sunday, April 7, 2019 at Alive Hospice of Murfreesboro. He was a native of Cannon Co.

Survivors include his wife of 59 years, Faye Davis Smithson of Woodbury; Daughter, Penny Smithson of Woodbury; Brother, Jerry Smithson of Woodbury; and Brothers-in-law & Sisters-in-law, Deborah Gibson, Vivian Ely, Glen & Debbie Davis and Marie Davis, all of Woodbury.

Several nieces and nephews also survive.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl & Arminda Sadler Smithson.

Mr. Smithson was a member of the Church of Christ and was retired from Samsonite. He enjoyed spending time outdoors and hunting for squirrels.

Funeral Services will be 2 PM Thursday, April 11, 2019 in the Chapel of Woodbury Funeral Home with Bro. Norman Pelham officiating. Interment will immediately follow at Blue Wing Cemetery. Visitation with the family will be from 10 AM to 2 PM Thursday.

Pallbearers: Jr. Davis, Josh Davis, Ethan Curtis, Richie Davis, Andy Davis, & Daniel Smithson.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Viola Valley Puppy Rescue or Alive Hospice.

Woodbury Funeral Home, 615.563.2311, www.woodburyfuneralhome.net