Terry Vernon Smith, lovingly known as T.V., entered his heavenly home on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the age of 78. Arrangements are entrusted to the care of Mobley-Groesbeck Funeral Service of Sand Springs.

T.V. was born on August 9, 1946, in Wauneta, Kansas, to Vyrl Vernon Smith and Pansy Delilah (Middleton) Smith. He grew up in Coffeyville, Kansas, where he graduated from Field Kindley High School in 1964. He continued his education at Coffeyville Junior College before being drafted into the U.S. Army, where he proudly served during the Vietnam War and was awarded a Purple Heart for his valor. Following his military service, T.V. worked for 16 years with the Frisco Railroad before transitioning to a 24-year career as a postal carrier with the U.S. Postal Service.

T.V. was passionate about the great outdoors and loved hunting and fishing. He cherished trips to Phillipsburg, Kansas, for pheasant hunting and spent many peaceful hours fishing on the White River in Arkansas, often alongside his brother Jimmy. An enthusiastic sports fan, T.V. cheered passionately for the Kansas City Chiefs, Kansas City Royals, and the Kansas Jayhawks, as well as Big 12 football.

T.V. was a dependable, sweet, and selfless man who exemplified generosity and love. He was the kind of person who would give the shirt off his back to help someone in need. Above all, T.V. adored his family and was always there for his children, offering unwavering support and guidance.
A man of Baptist faith, T.V. faithfully watched church services on television and generously supported charitable causes, including Feed the Children.

He is preceded in death by his parents and his beloved sisters, Donna Thomas and Kay Seidel.

T.V. is survived by his children: Shawn C. Smith and wife, Miriam of Redondo Beach, California, Mike Smith of Tulsa, Jason Smith and wife, Brittany of Bixby, and Sarah A. Smith of Port Orchard, Washington. He is also survived by his brothers: Jimmy Smith of Nowata, and Kenneth "Eddie" Smith and wife, Natasha of Coffeyville, Kansas; and his cherished grandchildren: Blake, Julia, Kinley, and Kason Smith.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Terry's name to Feed the Children, Feeding America, P.O. Box 96749, Washington, D.C. 20090-6749, or online at www.feedingamerica.org

Family and friends are invited to leave their memories of T.V. and view his tribute online at www.mogro.co .

T.V. will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered for his kind heart, steadfast faith, and unwavering dedication to his family and friends.