Bill was born on September 30, 1930 in Houston, Texas.
As a young child, he moved to Alief, Texas where he grew up.
Bill served in the United States Navy during the Korean War.
He was an avid fisherman and loved riding on his tractor on his property.
Bill was the former owner of the Southwestern Elevator Corporation in Houston, Texas.
He is preceded in death by his parents; Bill and Lurline Smith of Alief, his brother; David Smith and sister; Willene Smith.
Bill is survived by his wife, Lynda Lesikar Smith and daughters; Donna Gibson and Vickie Smith.
Also survived by his sister; Celeste Martin. As well as numerous other dear family members and friends.
A visitation will be held Friday, March 15, 2019 beginning at 9am, a funeral service at 10am, with a following graveside service. A reception will then be held at 11:30am. All services to take place at Forest Park Westheimer Funeral Home and Cemetery.