July 18, 1946 - January 22, 2026
Eugene "Par-doo" Smith, 79, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, in Lexa, Arkansas. He was born Thursday, July 18, 1946, in Marvell, Arkansas to the late J.R Smith and Mary Louise Wolfe. Eugene was a mechanic at Bruce Ritchey and delivery technician at Cunningham. He enjoyed fishing, camping, word search puzzles, spending time with his grandchildren and his dog, Lily. Eugene was an honored veteran of the United States Army.
Eugene is survived by his son Micheal Smith (Lisa) of Bentonville, Arkansas; daughter, Marsha Hill (Jimmy) of Helena, Arkansas; grandchildren Myranda Gosa, Michaela Smith, Jared Hill, Dylan Hill, Jaide Smith and Micheal Smith; great-grandchildren, Star Workman, Blayze Gosa; great-great grandchildren, Luncinda Workman; brother, Lonnie Smith and a host of nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Kathy Smith, parents; brothers, Ray Smith and Sid Smith.
Serving as pallbearers will be Jared Hill, Dylan Hill, John Gosa, Blayze Gosa, Jeffrey Cothren and Taylor Cothren.
A funeral service honoring the life of Eugene "Par-doo" Smith will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 30, 2026, at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. A visitation will be held prior at 1:00 p.m. Brother Audie Richardson will officiate.
Services will be directed by the staff of Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)-572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.
To order a DVD copy of this video memorial, please contact our funeral home at + 18705722571.
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11 Condolence(s)
Becky Norris
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Michael and Marsha. I just now came across Uncle Eugenes obituary. I know how it feels and if there is anything that would make it feel better I would. And I would have been there if I had known that he passed. I love you guys. May peace be with ya'll
Terry B. Garrison
Friday, January 30, 2026
Dear Marsha, Jimmy, Jared and Dylan,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad, Father in law and Grandfather . I will be praying for you and your family during this season of grief.
J.B
Thursday, January 29, 2026
Michael, I worked with your Dad in the 70's at Ritchey Ritchey, and there was no finer
Toyota mechanic than your Dad. Didn't hear of his passing until tonight Sorry I missed
the funeral. He was a fine respected man.
Julia
Thursday, January 29, 2026
So sorry for your loss. He will be missed. He was such a nice person and his dog lily. Sending prayers 🙏 for you and your family.
Kathy Russell
Thursday, January 29, 2026
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Mary (Howell )Kirkemier
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
Love and prayers 🙏 for my family as we lay to rest Eugene. My condolences for the family.
Ruth Kirkley
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
I am so sorry to read this. May you be comforted by wonderful memories of Eugene.
Curtis Crisp
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Sorry to learn of Eugene's passing away, Will be Praying for All the Families!
Florence Bland Oneal
Tuesday, January 27, 2026
in my thoughts and prayers
Sherry Smith Westcott
Sunday, January 25, 2026
Marsha and Michael,
My heart definitely breaks for you both! And Our family as we all lose another great one! Uncle Doo was such a blessing to our family. Always bringing a great smile and a loving sense of humor. Always ready with a funny saying or story to keep everyone happy. He will definitely be remembered and is one of a kind! He loved his family with all he had, you guys were his light! I love you both!
Your cousin,
Sherry
Dale and Betty Rowland
Sunday, January 25, 2026
We love you and will miss you terribly.
Rest in peace.