Rodney Wayne Smith, 33, of Crab Orchard, Kentucky, passed away on Sunday, August 2, 2026, in Stanford, Kentucky. He was born in Stanford to Joyce Smith of Crab Orchard and the late Gary Todd Smith. Rodney is survived by his loving wife, Lauren Smith.

Rodney was a manager at Velocity Truck Sales and a devoted member of Brindel Ridge Baptist Church. He loved hunting, fishing, and spending time outdoors. A passionate football fan, he especially enjoyed cheering for the Kansas City Chiefs. Above all, Rodney cherished his family and friends. He had a magnetic personality that drew people to him, and he will be remembered for the kindness, laughter, and joy he brought to everyone who knew him.

In addition to his wife and mother, Rodney is survived by his brothers, Michael Dowell, Cody Todd Smith, Stewart Grimes (Cheyenne), and Skyler Smith; his brother-in-law, Jordan Haynes; his cousin, Garrett Smith; his mother-in-law, Dana McLeod (Terry); his nephew, Levi Smith; and countless friends whose lives he touched.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gary Todd Smith, and his sister, Cassie Rachelle Smith.

Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, August 7, 2026, at Spurlin Funeral Home with Bro. Ron Roberts officiating. Burial will follow at New Salem Cemetery in McKinney.

Visitation will be held from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Thursday, August 6, 2026, at Spurlin Funeral Home.

Pallbearers will be Stewart Grimes, Cody Smith, Garrett Smith, Dalton Walls, Skyler Smith, Jordan Moberly, Ben Harris, and Justin Smith.

Honorary pallbearers will be the Brindel Ridge Baptist Church family and the employees of Velocity Truck Sales.