Stanley Norman Smith's Obituary
Stanley Norman Smith (Papa Stan) of Tavares, FL, passed away on April 1, 2025. He was born on July 14th, 1936, in Orlando Florida to his parents: Morris and Agnes Smith and raised in Oakland. He was a member of the Winter Garden Jaycees, a Lifetime Member of the Winter Garden Elks Lodge for 56 years, and a member of West Orlando Baptist Church.
He is survived by his loving wife: Katie of 42 years, daughters: Pam & Angie Smith, bonus children Tammi Brown (Tom), Mike Lewis (Becky), Mark Lewis. 8 Grandchildren, April, Garrett, Rachael, BJ, Courtney, Ciara, Brooke, Sydney and 18 Great Grandchildren. Sisters: Janis Trawick (Donnie), Carol Swain (Denny) and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Morris & Agnes Smith, 3 brothers: Bill, Doug, Jerry Smith.
A Celebration of Life service will take place at West Orlando Baptist Church (1006 E. Crown Point Rd. Ocoee, FL 34761) on April 25, 2025, at 11:00AM, with a gathering of friends and family from 10:00AM - 11:00AM. Reception will be immediately following service at Winter Garden Elks Lodge, 700 9th St, Winter Garden, FL. Arrangements are entrusted to Steverson, Hamlin and Hilbish Funeral Home in Tavares, FL. Online condolences can be left at www.steversonhamlinhilbish.com
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