Rex Allen Smith, 67, passed away on Saturday, Oct. 31, 2020, at UT Hospital, Knoxville.

Rex was born on Feb. 21, 1953, in Pikeville, TN, son of Rhodes and Lizzie Smith.

Rex was a master sergeant in the United States Air Force, where he was awarded medals for meritorious service, outstanding unit award, good conduct, small arms expert and marksmanship, and also served in Operation Enduring Freedom, served in the National Guard Reserves and was employed with the Federal Aviation Administration until his retirement in 2014.

He enjoyed woodworking, gardening, target shooting with special pal and nephew Isaiah Knowles, beekeeping, and hobby farming.

He is survived by his wife, Anita (Selby); daughters, Daphne Bice (Greg) of Crossville, Alyssa Nance (Cid) of Thomasville, NC, Danielle Smith of Nashville; grandchildren, Courtney Bice and Nathaniel Nance; great-grandchildren, Samuel and Everleigh Galves; brothers, Donald Smith, Roy Smith (Carolyn), Cecil Smith, Douglas Smith (Lois), Alvie (Buford) Smith, Thomas Smith (Mary); sisters, Frances King and Katherine Woodburn (Jeff).

Arrangements by Crossville Memorial Funeral Home, N. Main Street, Crossville. Visitation will be Tuesday, Nov. 3, from noon to 2 p.m. CDT, with funeral service to follow from 2-3 p.m.