Wallace Bryon

Smith

Wallace Bryon Smith, age 79, of Waco, Georgia, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 8, 2026. He was born in Bowdon, Georgia, on February 24, 1947, to the late Hoke Smith and Ruth Macgriff Smith.

Wallace proudly served his country as a United States Army veteran. An avid sports fan, Wallace loved playing tennis, watching all sports, and passionately cheering for the Atlanta Braves and Cleveland Guardians.

He is survived by his loving wife, Linda Cowart Smith of Waco; his daughter and son-in-law, Melissa and JB Watts; and three grandchildren, Tori Faulkner, Zoey Faulkner, and Blaid Faulkner.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers: Thomas Smith, Winford Smith, Eugene Smith, and Johnny Smith.

To honor Wallace's life, a visitation will be held on Sunday, November 15, 2026, from 2:30 PM to 3:15 PM at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. The memorial service will immediately follow at 3:30 PM, with Rev. Paige Ann Miller officiating.

Messages of condolence may be shared with the family at www.martin-hightower.com. Martin & Hightower Heritage Chapel is honored to serve the Smith family.