Grady Smith Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 5, 2012.

TURNER SMITH
Grady Turner Smith, 71, passed away on Monday, March 05, 2012, after a long illness.
He was survived by his wife, Gaye Young Smith and daughters, Melinda Weems, Amy (Scott) Vechinski and Kathy (Greg) Carter and 5 grandchildren; Ashley, Jenny, Kristi and Emily Vechinski from Huntsville and Samuel Weems from Chattanooga. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wm. Dillard Smith and Kathryn Turner Smith and his brother, Wm. Dillard Smith, Jr.
Turner was a member of Burks United Methodist Church for over 60 years and helped start the Boy Scout Troop at Burks in the 1960's. He was also involved in several building campaigns for his church.
He attended the University of Tennessee, UTC and graduated from Southern Technical Institute in Marietta, Ga. While at UT, he was a member of the Kappa Alpha Fraternity.
Turner was President and CEO of Dillard Smith Construction Company. He was a member of Southeastern Line Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association and Selcat which are industry related organizations and served in many capacities on these appointments. He also served as Trustee for the Line Construction Benefit Fund and the Southern Benefit Fund. He was a member of the National Electrical Contractors Association and was elected to represent all the power line contractors in the U.S. as Vice President of NECA for 4 years. He was also selected to be a member of the Academy of Electrical Contractors.
Turner was an Eagle Scout and was very supportive of the Boy Scouts of America. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Boy Scouts of America, 6031 Lee Highway, Chattanooga, TN. 37411.
The family will receive friends from 2 until 4 and 6 until 8 p.m. Tuesday at the North Chapel.
Funeral service will be held 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 7 at Burks United Methodist Church. Burial will be at Hamilton Memorial Gardens.
Arrangements are by Chattanooga Funeral Home Crematory and Florist, North Chapel, 5401 Hwy 153, Hixson, TN 37343. Share your memories on line at www.chattanooganorthchapel.com.

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March 17, 2012

Gaye,
We share some great memories at NECA and Western Line events. Remember going to the western-most shore of the U.S., traveling through the pineapple fields, to stand on the beach, in the cold wind, saying "OK, we're here - let's go back!!" You two were wonderful people with which to share special times.
Matt and I will always remember how Turner joyfully experienced life. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
Matt and Bert Frazer Reno, Nevada

March 15, 2012

Carol Gill

Gaye, I am so sorry to hear of Turner's illness and subsequent death. You are in my prayers.

March 8, 2012

Fred Grove

We mourn for Gaye and her family. Gaye has been a constant fount of steadfastness and fortitude over the past several years, and we pray that Gaye has some release and lives her life to the fullest.

March 7, 2012

Judy Weir

Condolences to the Turner Smith Family....my husband, the late Bob Weir was very fond of the Dillard Smith Construction Family while he worked for the Electric Power Board of Chattanooga...Memories are the legacy of love......

March 7, 2012

Ethel Holder Preston

I am sorry for your loss, Gaye. Turner seemed like such a sweet and fun-loving man in all your family pictures. God bless you and your family and give you peace.

March 7, 2012

Clara Odmann

I just found out about Turner's passing today. I am so sorry. He was a great man. My earlier career was so blessed by meeting the Smith Family. You are in my prayers.

March 7, 2012

Lisa Frist

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

March 7, 2012

Gaye,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time. I was remembering when you brought Turner to the bank to enter your safe deposit box. Even during his illness, he was always jovial. He had us laughing so much that day.
Melanie Carter, Cornerstone Community Bank

March 6, 2012

Buzz Boyd

Gaye, May you and your family find comfort in this time of transition, Turner was always a pleasure to know and be around. I first knew Turner in grammar school at Red Bank and enjoyed many good times as band members throughout high school. He will be truly missed.

March 6, 2012

Dwight Kilbourne

Gaye,
You and your family are in Patty and my prayers.

I learned of Turner's death on Tuesday evening after the visitation times had ended. I am going out of town tomorrow for a couple days as well. I regret I was not able to visit with you and the family.

I want you to know that I cherish the friendship we have shared.

May God bless you richly.

Dwight Kilbourne

March 6, 2012

Bob & Edna Pirkle

May the love of Christ comfort you in this difficult time, and bring you peace.

March 6, 2012

What wonderful memories I have growing up with your family! You are in my thoughts and prayers and always in my heart.
Devereaux Cousins

March 6, 2012

Judy Brown and Betty Sanders

Gaye, you and your family are in our prayers at this time. May all your sweet memories be so alive in your heart forever.

March 6, 2012

Paul Deason

My sincerest condolences to the family--Turner was a good friend in our earlier years- we had drifted apart due to different careers, etc--but I will always remember the good times we had, along with Gaye's brother Ralph!

Sincerely,

Paul W. Deason

March 6, 2012

Gaye,Mary Ann and I send our most sincere condolensces to you and your family. We have fond memories of you and Turner, In Friendship, Mary Ann & Mort Hoffman

March 6, 2012

Teresa McCoy

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you thru this time. Love you Kathy and praying for strength.

March 6, 2012

Linda Frazier

Many thoughts and prayers are being sent for your family.

March 6, 2012

Rev. Harold and Fay Ray

Gaye
Sending our love and prayers to you and your family.

March 6, 2012

Earl & Carol Marler

Gaye
Our prayers and thoughts with you and your family in the deep personal loss of Turner. Precious memories go way back to our scouting days up to his presence in organizing Cornerstone Bank. Thankfully, we were able to have the visit with you and Turner in December. May God give you peace in this period.
Earl & Carol Marler Titusville Fl

March 5, 2012

Janice, Chris & Matthew Lanier

Gaye,
You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Turner was a very special man who will be greatly missed. Throughout his illness he never lost his "Great Sense of Humor". Cherish your many happy memories of him... he would want that.

March 5, 2012

Emilie Van Horn

So sorry to hear of Turner's passing. Thoughts and prayers are you and you're family, Gay.

March 5, 2012

Janice,Chris & Matthew Lanier

Gaye,
You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. Turner was a special man who will be sadly missed. Throughout his illness, he never lost his sense of humor. Always treasure the happy memories of him... He would want that.

March 5, 2012

Sharon Shope

My heart is heavy at the loss of Turner. Gaye, my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

March 5, 2012

Thirty eight years ago Turner and I became friends, our families became friends and we all shared many good times. We made apple cider, cut and wrapped meat, went snow skiing, played bad golf, flew over an active volcano and ate in some of the greatest restaurants in the United States. Of all the food we shared none was as good as the pork tenderloin and tuna steak and many other delicious dishes Turner could prepare.
Rest in Peace My Brother

March 5, 2012

Tracy Haney

My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mr. Smith was always so kind and sweet to me during his years on the Board at Cornerstone Community Bank. He will be sadly missed.

March 5, 2012

Sharon Shope

Gaye, my heart is so heavy at the loss of Turner. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

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