Bryon Lee Smith, 58, of St. Joseph, Missouri, passed away Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026 at Mosaic Life Care in St. Joseph.

Bryon Lee Smith was born in Marshall, Missouri, the son of Wilford and Mary (Guyer) Smith. He grew up in St. Joseph and graduated from Benton High School with the class of 1986.

Bryon was an outdoorsman, enjoying hunting and fishing. He had an avid interest in WWE wrestling, NASCAR, and was a Kansas City Chiefs fan. In addition, Bryon watched college football, and loved 4th of July activities.

Bryon was preceded in death by his parents Wilford and Mary; sister Connie (Bill) Fricker; and brother Eddie (Diana) Smith. Surviving Bryon are sisters Shirl (Gonzalo) Madonaldo and Ronda (David) Stout; and many nieces and nephews.

Mr. Smith has been cremated under the care and direction of Heaton-Bowman-Smith-Sidenfaden Chapel. A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Memorials may be directed to the family.