william malcolm smitherman

William Malcolm Smitherman, 76, passed away October 4, 2007 in Temple, Texas. William was born in Franklin, Texas to Cleo and Audie Smitherman.

William served his country in the Korean War. After serving his time in the Army, William married a lovely lady named Veldean Page on August 9, 1954 in Texas.

There were 4 sons born to this Union. After the marriage was dissolved in 1969 William made his way around and back to Texas in 1999.

William is survived by David and Debbie Smitherman of Harker Heights, Texas, Russell and Karen Smitherman of Central Point, Oregon, Gary Smitherman of Central Point, Oregon, & Kevin Smitherman of Salem, Oregon.

He is also survived by 1 brother CC Smitherman, of Texas and 3 sisters Betty Sue Jutson, of Texas, Marie McWilliams of Texas, and Doris Jean of Texas.

He had 9 grandchildren, 2 step granddaughters, nephews, nieces, and many other relatives and friends. William was loved by many and will be greatly missed.