Steven Wesley “Steve” Smith, 73, of Clarendon, Texas, passed away on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in Memphis, Texas.
A Memorial Service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at Community Fellowship Church in Clarendon, Texas, with Rev. Larry Capranica and Jerry Koontz officiating. Cremation and arrangements are under the care of Robertson Funeral Directors of Clarendon.
Steve was born on Nov. 24, 1951, in Clarendon to S.J. and Joan Shawhart Smith. He married the love of his life, Wanda Ann Longbine, on Nov. 24, 1973, in Clarendon.
A lifelong resident of the area, Steve spent his career as a Maintenance Supervisor for Texas Department of Transportation (Tx-DOT), retiring in 2002. He was also well known for owning and operating Saints’ Roost Steakout and Steve’s Steakout for many years.
A gifted artist, Steve’s true passion was painting. His creativity extended into every aspect of his life, from his artwork to the care he gave to his yard and garden. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and traveling to Ruidoso, N.M. for horse races.
More than anything, he cherished time spent with his grandchildren, watching them play sports, participate in stock shows and grow up in the community he loved.
Steve was deeply dedicated to Clarendon and its people. He served for many years as a member of the Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department, Clarendon City Council and as Mayor. He was also active in the Clarendon Outdoor Entertainment Association, Clarendon Masonic Lodge and Little League. He was a faithful member of Community Fellowship Church in Clarendon.
Steve will be remembered for his unwavering love for his family, his devotion to his community and the joy and color he brought into the world through his art and his life.
He was preceded in death by his parents, S.J. Smith and Joan McAfee; his stepmother, Mildred Smith; his brother, Jerry Smith; and his brother-inlaw, Kenneth Crump.
Steve is survived by his loving wife, Wanda Smith, of Clarendon; his son, Wesley Smith and wife Amanda, of Clarendon; his daughter, Gina Gaines, of Fort Worth, Texas; a son-in-law, Alton Gaines, of Clarendon; his sister, Janey Salzman, of La Plata, Colo.; five grandchildren, Alton Gaines, Johnny Gaines, Taylor Gaines, Madison Smith and Presley Smith; seven great-grandchildren; and several beloved nieces and nephews.
The family requests that memorial donations be made to Community Fellowship Church or the Clarendon Volunteer Fire Department.
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