Dee A. Smith, 76, of Greenville, died April 18, 2014. A native of Jellico, TN, a graduate of TN Technical University, he began his career as an engineer in the aerospace industry and later became a real estate developer. He is survived by his wife of 26 years Betty, four sons Stacy, Randall, John, and Craig; their spouses and three grandchildren; brother Bill and sisters Helen and Karen.
A leading developer in the Upstate building industry for over 30 years, he created and marketed thousands of residential and commercial projects. He was president of the Home Builder’s Association of Greenville, Homebuilder of the Year, and vice-chairman of SC Housing Authority for thirteen years, helping to bring home ownership to more SC citizens.
He is greatly loved and will be missed. Visitation will be held at 11 am on Tuesday, April 22, with services at 1:30pm in the Chapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home.
Memorials can be made to Rock Springs Baptist Church, 201 Rock Springs Rd, Easley, 29642 and Brookwood Church, 580 Brookwood Pt Pl, Simpsonville, 29681.
Arrangements under the direction of Woodlawn Funeral Home, Greenville, SC.