Sept. 25, 1976; Memphis, TN, USA; Frederick W. Smith, president of Federal Express; Mandatory credit: Memphis Commercial Appeal-USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images
FedEx Founder Fred Smith Dies at Age 80
Frederick W. Smith, the founder and former executive chairman of FedEx, has died at the age of 80. Smith passed away on Saturday, according to a company statement. “Fred was more than just the pioneer of an industry and the founder of our great company. He was the heart and soul of FedEx, … Read more
By Jake Beardslee ·
June 23, 2025