of Batesville, AR
May 21, 1934 - April 1, 2016
Curtis Ewell Smith, 81, of Batesville, died Friday, April 1, 2016 at his home.
He was born in Cord, Arkansas on May 21, 1934 to Lotha and Erica (Churchill) Smith.
He was a veteran of the U. S. Air Force. Curtis worked at the International Shoe Factory until it closed and later retired as a maintenance supervisor from Arkansas College/ Lyon College. He was a faithful member of the Faith Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
He was an avid collector and was an expert in antique glassware and other antiquities and was a historian for Hopewell Cemetery. He also enjoyed gardening, hunting, and fishing. He was a totally dedicated caregiver to his wife of over 50 years. He is survived by his nieces and nephews, including his nephew, David Steele of Newark.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Ruby Milligan Smith; an infant son; and a sister, Mary Lee Smith Steele.
Pallbearers will be Bobby Hawkins, Kenny Gerhardt, Red Aldrich, Dale Aldrich, Nicholas Steele, Zachary Steele, and Jordan Steele. Honorary pallbearers are Ronny Gay, J. T. Thurman, Billy Herring, and Gary Anderson.
The funeral service will be at 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 5, 2016 at the Faith Hopewell Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Rian Puckett and Bobby Coleman officiating. Burial will follow at Hopewell Cemetery in Cord under the direction of Roller-Crouch Funeral Home of Batesville.
Visitation will be from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made to Hopewell Cemetery, c/o Denny Gipson, PO Box 49, Batesville, AR 72503.
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4 Condolence(s)
Trisha Ball
Tuesday, April 5, 2016
Dear Friends, life just won't be the same without my yearly Christmas card from a precious Friend. Ruby had always been so faithful in mailing me a card and he just kept up the tradition on his own. No greater love than a true friend. However, I know he's resting in Jesus arms and I know Ruby is excited to have him join her and Heaven must truly be celebrating. Be blessed and if you want a Christmas card just email me your address. <3 and Hugs, Trisha Ball
Todd, Resa and Stephanie Bolin
Monday, April 4, 2016
Curtis will be missed in so many ways with the knowledge on the church history, cemetery history and on antiques. He always had a kind word for all with a smile to greet you. He was strong on his Chrustian daily journey and shared his faith with others Prayers
Clara Nell Reaves Crews
Monday, April 4, 2016
Curtis was always active with the cemetery and helping others. Prayers
MaryEtta Crowder
Saturday, April 2, 2016
Curtis will be missed. He called me about a month ago to tell me that he would be leaving soon and he wanted to tell me himself. He was ready but none of us were ready to let him go. Curtis will remain a 'junker' friend and my memories of laughter, hugs, auctions, and just sweet Curtis will last forever. Mary Etta