SSgt Zackary E. Smith was born in Melbourne, Florida on March 10th, 1981, one of four brothers born to Donna J. and Thomas G. Smith.  He resided in Miles City , Montana before joining the Air Force.  He entered active duty on June 16, 1999.  Upon completion of basic training in August of 1999, he was assigned to the 361st Training Squadron, Sheppard AFB, Texas , as an Aerospace Ground Equipment Apprentice. After graduation from technical training, He arrived at Minot AFB, North Dakota , his first permanent duty assignment.  During this period, he was deployed to Prince Sultan AB, Saudi Arabia , in support of Operation SOUTHERN WATCH. 

 On April 13, 2002, he arrived at RAF Lakenheath , United Kingdom , assigned to the 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron.  As an Aerospace Ground Equipment Journeyman, SSgt Smith participated in Exercises JUNIPER STALLION in May of 2002 and FRISIAN FLAG in October of 2002.  He was deployed to Al Udeid AB, Qatar , in support of Operations ENDURING FREEDOM and IRAQI FREEDOM from March thru May of 2004. SSgt Smith graduated from the Mathies Airman Leadership School in November of 2003.

 This summer, SSgt Smith decided to separate from the Air Force and pursue life’s challenges as a civilian.  This energetic young man had bright hopes for the future.  He was planning marriage and college as he began a new chapter in his life. 

 19 September 2004, SSgt Smith died from injuries sustained in a motorcross racing accident.  He will be missed.

 Blessed be the memory of SSgt Zackary E. Smith

United States Air Force

 48th Equipment Maintenance Squadron

Royal Air Force Lakenheath , United Kingdom

 

 In Remembrance of

 SSgt Zackary E. Smith, USAF

Psalm 23

A psalm of David.

1 The LORD is my shepherd, I shall not be in want.
2 He makes me lie down in green pastures,
he leads me beside quiet waters,
3 he restores my soul.
He guides me in paths of righteousness
for his name's sake.
4 Even though I walk
through the valley of the shadow of death,
I will fear no evil,
for you are with me;
your rod and your staff,
they comfort me.
5 You prepare a table before me
in the presence of my enemies.
You anoint my head with oil;
my cup overflows.
6 Surely goodness and love will follow me
all the days of my life,
and I will dwell in the house of the LORD
forever.

Remembering and Celebrating the Life of
Staff Sergeant Zackary E. Smith.
 
27 September 2004 – 1400 Hrs.
 
Prelude                                              Mr. Jeremy Harding
 
Welcome                                           Ch, Capt Steve Fisher
 
*Posting of the Colors                       Honor Guard
 
*National Anthems                             Mrs. Jovone Lewis
 
Words of Grace and Prayer               Chaplain Steve Fisher
 
Reading of the Obituary                      SMSgt James Lee
 
Scripture Reading   (Psalm 121)       SrA Melissa Holt
 
Profile of an Airman                            TSgt John Hodel
 
Special Music   “Amazing Grace”     Mrs. Jovone Lewis
 
Memories of Zackary E. Smith          MSgt Kenneth Blount                                                                  SSgt Daniel Blodgett
 
Remarks from the First Sergeant         SMSgt James Lee
                                                               
Scripture Reading   (Job 19:23-27)    SrA Melissa Holt
 
Message of Encouragement                 Chaplain Steven Fisher
 
Flag Folding Ceremony                       Honor Guard
 
Presentation of Flag                             TSgt John Hodel
 
Taps                                                    Honor Guard
 
*Benediction                                        Chaplain Steve Fisher
 
*Postlude                                             Mr. Jeremy Harding
 
* Please Stand