Bobby Wesson Smith, 87, of Arlington, TN, passed away on Thursday, April 16, 2020 at his residence.

Bobby was born on October 19, 1933, in Tipton, TN, to the late Guy William Smith and Sara Jane Gatlin Smith. He was a warehouse supervisor for Dixie Wax Paper Company.

Due to the current restrictions on large gatherings, the family will have a private graveside service held at Sorrells Chapel Cemetery at a later date. Dyersburg Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.

Survivors include his two sons, Mike Smith (Cindy) of Matthews, N.C. and Tim Smith (Turalee) of Prescott, AZ; his companion of 9 years, Laura Roofener of Arlington, TN; three brothers, Paul Smith of Wyoming, Joe Smith of San Antonio, TX and Terry Smith of Laurel, MS; and seven grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, Bobby was preceded in death by two sisters, Marie and Parimore.