Edward Lee Smith Jr

Edward Lee Smith Jr. “Chooch”, 60, from Vian passed away at his home on Thursday, July 2, 2020. He was born on Nov 1, 1959 in Tahlequah to Edward and Corrine (Buster) Smith. He loved his family and friends, and his dogs. He was a loving husband and is survived by the love of his life, his wife of 38 years, Elizabeth “Liz” Smith of the home; Step Son, Nathan Coble; brother Curtis Smith of Vian; Sisters, Lorrie and Ray Tatge of Woodridge, IL, Karen Cullison of Vian, and Tina and Eric Drum of Gore; nieces Dawn Smith, Amanda Tatge, Cheyenne Tianna, Colby Drum, all of Vian; Nephew, Corey Edward Smith of Vian; Great Nephews Jayden Adair and Barrett Lee Smith of Vian.Edward was preceded in death by his parents; and one brother, Roger Dale Smith.Visitation for family and friends will be held on Thursday, July 9, 2020 from noon – 7:00 pm in the Sequoyah Memorial Chapel of Forever Memories Funeral Services, 463505 Hwy 101, Sallisaw. A family memorial service will be held at a later date.Arrangements are under the direction of Forever Memories Funeral Service, Sallisaw. www.fmfsinc.com