ERIC “ROD” SMITHSON

SMITHSON, Eric “Rod,” 48, of Tullahoma, passed away Sunday, Dec. 16, 2012, at his residence.  He is survived by his wife, Barbara Smithson, and mother, Katherine Smithson, both of Normandy; daughters, Donna Thompson, Normandy; Tracey Kilby, Murfreesboro, and Lisa Spray,  Tullahoma; son, Patrick Thompson, Normandy. Visitation with the family was held from 5 to 9 p.m. Monday, Dec. 17, at Tullahoma Funeral Home, where services were conducted Tuesday, Dec. 18, in the chapel with Bro. David Wall officiating. Burial was in Bethany Cemetery. Condolences may be left for the family at www.tullahomafuneralhome.com. Tullahoma Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.