- FedEx founder Fred Smith through the years - The Commercial Appeal
Founder Fred Smith developed the idea for FedEx while attending Yale, proposing a specific air route system for parcels It revolutionized shipping
- How FedEx founder Fred Smith transformed Memphis
FedEx founder Fred Smith died June 21 at the age of 80 He was remembered for transforming Memphis and shaping the city's identity
- FedEx visionary Fred Smith had unparalleled impact on Memphis sports
For all of FedEx founder Fred Smith's renown as a businessman, his impact on sports in Memphis is equally immeasurable Smith died on June 21
- The Commercial Appeal - Memphis Breaking News and Sports
News, crime, weather, photos, video, Memphis Grizzlies, Memphis Tigers and sports for Memphis, Tennessee, and the Mid-South from The Commercial Appeal
- FedEx founder Fred Smith dies: Memphis and Tennessee leaders react
Memphis is mourning the loss of FedEx founder Fred Smith, who died at age 80 Memphis leaders and officials praised Smith's contributions to the city and global commerce Smith's innovative vision
- 4th of July fireworks to return to Downtown Memphis riverfront
“Memphis’ beloved riverfront fireworks show" will return in 2025 Here's a look at what's planned for the Independence Day celebration
- Memphis airport may be renamed after FedEx founder Fred Smith
The Memphis-Shelby County Airport Authority plans to explore naming the airport after Fred Smith, according to the board's vice chair
- Obituary Archives - The Commercial Appeal
About the Archive All obituaries published in The Commercial Appeal since June 27, 1990 are included in the archive Since July 3, 2004, paid death notices have been archived as well No photos are included in the archive
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