Chattanooga Navy Veteran Benjamin Smith Dies at 79
Benjamin Cleveland Smith III, a Navy veteran and longtime zipper-industry professional who lived in Chattanooga, died at home on November 5, 2026, at age 79. He is survived by his wife of 57 years, Joan, their three children and seven grandchildren; his family expressed gratitude to the ABIDE Respite Ministry for its support during his final years.






