Norman Kinley "Ken" Smith
August 20, 1940 - April 6, 2019
Spartanburg: Norman Kinley “Ken” Smith, 78, passed away Saturday April 6, 2019 at the Spartanburg Regional Hospice House. Ken was a native of Greenville, KY and was the son of the late Ralph Kinley and Mildred (Baker) Smith. He was married to the former Judith Starr Wilson just a few days shy of 54 years. After serving a term in the Air Force, Ken became a Pressman working many years with the Detroit News. Ken was a member of the Covenant Baptist Church. In his spare time, he enjoyed golfing. In addition to his wife, Ken is survived by: three sons, David Smith (Lisa), Jeff Smith (Jena) and Scott Smith (Robin); eight grandchildren, Bailey, Rylann, Cadence, Anders, Ashley, Megan, Emily, and Brandon; three great grandchildren, Emma, Connor, and Parker; and one brother, Don Smith (Ginny). A Memorial Service with military rites will be held Thursday, April 11, 2019 at Covenant Baptist Church (200 Evangel Rd., Spartanburg, SC 29301) at 11:00am officiated by Rev. Gary Hensley.
Spartanburg: Norman Kinley “Ken” Smith, 78, passed away Saturday April 6, 2019 at the Spartanburg Regional Hospice House. Ken was a native of Greenville, KY and was the son of the late Ralph Kinley and Mildred (Baker) Smith. He... View Obituary & Service Information