Fred Smith, the FedEx Corp. founder who revolutionized the express delivery industry, has died, the company said. He was 80. Video above: Remembering those we've lost in 2025 FedEx started operating in 1973,

FedEx founder Fred Smith died June 21 at the age of 80. He was remembered for transforming Memphis and shaping the city's identity.

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.