William Hershel Smith

William Hershel Smith, 90, of Clanton, Alabama passed away at his residence on January 29, 2022 at 2:00 a.m.

He was born May 7, 1931 in Clanton, Alabama, son of the late Aldophus Smith and the late Lillie Smith.

He was a Technical Writer/Publicist. Hershel was a loving husband, father and grandfather.  Hershel was member of the United States Air Force; he served in the Korean War.  After his years in the service, he worked at Hayes Aircraft, Kershaw and Continental Eagle as a technical writer.   He also owned and brokered Max One Realty in Clanton, Alabama.  He was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Clanton for many years.  After retiring he spent his days as a Master Gardener, feeding his neighborhood, church and family from his abundant garden harvest.  Hershel was an active member of the Chilton County Lion's Club for many years, where he enjoyed contributing to the welfare of his community.  He also enjoyed fishing, hunting and teaching his children and grandchildren how to enjoy his hobbies as well.  He was a loving father, who always had time to talk and be with his children.  Hershel was an exceptional grandfather, who never missed a basketball game or cuddle opportunity with his four great-grandchildren.   Hershel will be missed by his family and everyone who knew him.  He is a wonderful man, who will now be rejoicing forever in paradise with his wife.

Surviving are his Daughter, Michele Smith; Sons, Steven Mack Smith and William Randal Smith; numerous grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his Wife, Edna Maxine Smith; Son, Mark Hershel Smith; Father, Aldophus Syvania Smith; Mother, Lillie Mae Smith.

Friends will be received Wednesday, February 2, 2022 from 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church.

Services will be held Wednesday, February 2, 2022, at 1:00 p.m. at First United Methodist Church with Rev. West Kelly and Rev. Magan Kelly officiating.

The family requests No flowers, and to please make a donation to the following:

First United Methodist Church

207 Eighth Street North

Clanton, Alabama  35045

Interment will follow in Martin Memorial Cemetery, Clanton, Alabama.

Martin Funeral Home directing.

You may leave online condolences for the family on the guest registry at www.martinfuneralhomeinc.com.