Born on April 9, 1937 in Detroit MI to the late Marie Carrier and Gordon Stover Sr.
He is survived by his children Renee (Dave), Ronald and Rochelle (Adam). Brothers Gilbert and Keith. 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his beloved wife Bettie of 55 years, son Raymond, grandson Justin, sisters Sandra and Lorraine.
Smokey joined the United States Air Force in 1955 and served until being honorably discharged in 1958. He retired from Ford Motor Company in 1998 after 25 years.
Smokey will be dearly missed by family and friends.
A committal service with military honors will be held at Sarasota National Cemetery, located at 9810 State Rd 72, Sarasota, FL 34241 on Friday, August 16th at 10:30am.
In lieu of flowers, the family suggests donations might be made to the American Cancer Society.