The event will take place on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, at FedExForum on what would have been Smith's 81st birthday.

FedEx has announced that it will hold a public memorial for founder Fred Smith. FedEx says that the memorial will be held on ...

A celebration of life event will be held for FedEx founder Fred Smith at FedExForum in Downtown Memphis on what would have been his 81st birthday.

Fred Smith, the founder of FedEx who helped create the overnight delivery industry, changing the way businesses and consumers get the goods they purchased, has died. He was 80 years old.

"It's difficult to put into words the tremendous loss felt by all who knew Frederick W. Smith," FedEx CEO and President Raj Subramaniam said.

Fred Smith, the visionary billionaire behind FedEx and pioneer of overnight delivery, has died at the age of 80, his family and the company confirmed.According to FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam, the news ...

Late FedEx founder and leader Fred Smith is remembered as a hands-on executive with an uncanny eye for aircraft deals.

FedEx founder Fred Smith was a complex character with numerous interests. Here's a look at some perhaps under-reported aspects of his life.

From academics and facilities to athletics, Fred Smith deeply invested in the future of the University of Memphis.

Following the death of Fred Smith, FedEx has named a new board chairman and reduced the number seats on its board.

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 announced plans for a celebration of life service for their late founder, Fred Smith, on Friday. The corporation said ...