Anthony M. Smith, 70, of Springfield died at St. John's Hospital at 11:50 am on Friday, June 20, 2008. He was born October 6, 1937 in Springfield, the son of Robert Midell and Vernice Lucille Horrighs Smith. He first married Frances Catalano; she preceded him in death. He married Doris Ann Wade on August 19, 1962 in Springfield. Anthony was a truck driver for Roma Bakery and was the self-employed owner of several Sunoco Service Stations. He was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Lodge #437. Fishing, upland game hunting, and gambling were among his favorite activities. Anthony also enjoyed country western music. Anthony was preceded in death by his parents; sons Andrew "Andy" Smith and Anthony Smith, Jr.; grandson Joseph A. Smith II; brother Robert Smith; sister Cecilia Tomlin; and nephew Bobby M. Smith. He is survived by his wife; four sons, Joseph A. of Athens, Charles B. of Springfield, Gary R. (wife, Shannon) of Springfield, and Michael A. Smith of Springfield; daughter Alice (husband, Steve) Kelly of Springfield; daughter-in-law Ruth Smith of Springfield; fourteen grandchildren A.J., Jennifer, Tony, Sean, Megan, Brian Jr., Joshua, Benjamin, Shelby, Katelyn, Kassidy, Savannah, Hailey, and Kyle; three great-grandchildren; one brother Edward B. Smith of Springfield; and several nieces and nephews all highly thought of. Family will receive friends from 4:30 7:00 pm on Monday, June 23, 2008 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home, 900 S. 6th St., Springfield. Funeral ceremonies will begin at 10:00 am on Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at Kirlin-Egan and Butler Funeral Home with Rev. Clint Cook officiating. Burial will follow at Oak Ridge Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105-1905.
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