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

FedEx founder Fred Smith, whose express shipping company set the standard for absolutely, positively overnight delivery, has died.

Fred Smith, who pioneered the express delivery industry when he founded FedEx more than 50 years ago, died at the age of 80 ...

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

"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.

Frederick W. Smith, who revolutionized express delivery as the founder and longtime chief executive of FedEx, a company that became so ubiquitous its name gained currency as a verb, died June 21 in ...

Memphis International Airport will be renamed in honor of FedEx founder Frederick W. Smith, recognizing his legacy in ...

Fred Smith, a former minority owner of the Washington NFL franchise and the founder of FedEx Corp., a prominent sponsor across the landscape of sports, has died.

Frederick W. Smith's death made international headlines, but he wasn't the first transportation-industry Fred Smith whose obituary was on the front page of the Memphis newspapers.

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 ...

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