Elmer James Smith (Smitty) passed away on February 24, 2021, at the age of 83.  He was born September 17, 1937, in Spanish Fork, to John Elmer and Martha P. Smith.  He married Beverley Faye Snow Edwards on May 1, 1971.  She later passed away on July 24, 2006.

“Smitty” worked many years at the Geneva Steel plant.  He loved to hunt, fish and camp.  He also enjoyed bowling, riding horses, and trap shooting.  He especially loved spending time in Fayette, Utah, goose hunting with his dad.  “Smitty” was involved with the American Legion and the Senior Citizens in Spanish Fork.

He is survived by his sisters, Mary Leone (Ron) Johnson and Danna Smith (Clyde) Warner, both of Spanish Fork, Utah.  Wives from two previous marriages, LaWanna Walker and Ann Petro and their children; Vickie (Bryce), Jim (Wendy), David, and Annette. Beverly’s children; Michael (Janet) of Spanish Fork, Utah, Tami (Cary) of Roy, Utah, and Frank Edwards of San Diego, CA. He is also survived by many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.  He was preceded in death by his father and mother, wife Beverley, son Coy Taufer, and a stepson, Calvin C. Edwards, and his son-in-law Fayne Cary.

The last several years, Elmer J. served in the local chapter of the American Legion.  He often spoke about what an honor it was to serve with these selfless, dedicated veterans.  The family offers their thanks to the members of the American Legion for Elmer’s opportunity to serve with them.

A visitation will be held on Saturday, February 27, 2021, from 10:00 – 10:45 a.m. at the Walker Funeral Home in Spanish Fork, Utah located at 187 South Main Street.   Following the visitation will be a graveside service at 11:00 a.m. at the Spanish Fork Cemetery, 420 South 400 East.