of knoxville, AR
August 12, 1964 - December 6, 2019
Preston Mark Smith, 55, beloved brother, uncle and friend passed from this life on December 6, 2019 at his home in Knoxville, AR. Preston was born on August 12, 1964 in Peoria, Illinois to Carolyn Handley and Aaron Smith.
In May of 1986 he was united in marriage to Pamela Louise Moppin in Hot Springs, AR. Pam was the love of his life and they enjoyed going out to eat, spending time with Suzette, Pam's sister, and taking care of children. A special memory of Mark's was spending time with Pam's family helping with their childcare business.
Preston received his education at Northside High School in Fort Smith, AR and graduated with the Class of 1983. He loved football and was active in athletics, he was proud to be one of the Grizzlies. During his high school years, he loved the Dallas Cowboys. In high school he had many friends and enjoyed those friendships throughout his life. In his teens he loved visiting his sister, Kari on the farm learning about the crops and cattle. He enjoyed raking hay, so Steven was always eager to have him help on the farm.
Preston took great pride in his 28 years of work at ConAgra Foods where he was a Union Representative and Forklift Operator. His Supervisor, Jim Clark made his work enjoyable and he was always ready to help Jim out. He enjoyed Nascar, his favorite driver was Dale Earnhardt. He and his niece, Alisha enjoyed analyzing the races between their favorite drivers. Preston enjoyed helping Bruce with the hunting shows as well as attending cat shows and planting flowers with Suzette. The Arkansas Razorbacks and New England Patriots held a special place in his heart, and he enjoyed watching them.
Preston would want to be remembered for helping others, being a good friend, and caring for his loved ones. Preston was a Christian and will forever rejoice in heaven.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Pamela Smith; mother, Carolyn Handley; father, Aaron Smith; brother, James (Jimmy) Withrow; sister-in-law, Terry Sue Withrow; Uncle, James Handley; Aunts, Juanita Walton, Kathryn Martin and Wanda Lomon.
Preston is survived by his sister; Kari (Steven) Weohr, brothers, Frank (Vickie) Withrow and Fred Withrow, sister-in-law; Suzette (Bruce) Buck, Nieces; Alisha (Todd) Kale, Stephanie (Kieran) Ferrer, Becky Withrow, Jessica Buck and Taylor Withrow Nephews; Adam (Cindy) Withrow, Harrison Withrow, Joel Buck, Justin Buck and Aric Withrow. He is also survived by many great nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Memorials may be directed to American Heart Association or the American Diabetics Association.
Visitation will be held from 12:00-1:00 p.m. Wednesday December 11, 2019 At Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel.
Preston's funeral service will be at 1:00 P.M. Wednesday December 11, 2019 At Roller-Cox Funeral Home Chapel.
Arrangements are under the direction of Roller-Cox Funeral Home, online guestbook available atwww.rollerfuneralhomes.com/clarksville
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17 Condolence(s)
Norma Buxton
Monday, January 15, 2024
Huggy Bear, I’m sad to see that you have left this earth much too soon. Looks like you’ve done some good things in life. I hope that you stayed true to the gospel of Jesus Christ & continued on with the teachings that we taught you and your mom. Love you!
Joel Buck
Saturday, August 21, 2021
Love you Uncle P! Thanks for all the memories.One of the BEST people ever in my life! I will always cherish our memories together! Love, your Nephew. Joel
Linda Pearce
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Mark we had lots of fun when we were younger I will truly miss u a lot u will be forever n my heart love u my friend. Love Linda
Keith D & Brenda Karnes
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Rest Easy Brother we have the Watch from here.
Betty Norris
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
MAY GOD GIVE YOU COMFORT AND PEACE PRAYING FOR THE FAMILY.
Mary Simpson-Martinez
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
It is with great sadness to have to write this message. Preston will be missed by the Car-Mart family here in Russellville. It was truly a pleasure to have had the oppurtunity to meet him, and share in the stories and laughter with this man.
From our Car-Mart family to his, our thoughts and prayers will be with each of you through this difficult time.
Stanley and JoLynn Greene
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Prayers and comdolences to the family.RIP. "Angel wings around you!"
Ethel Dare
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
He was a really good friend and co-worker. He will missed very much.
Kathy Carroll
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Preston will be truly missed all of us at car-mart of Russellville loved seeing his smile and talking to him . I've known Preston for a long time I use to work at Conagra with him and when he would come into car-mart we would laugh at funny memories we shared from back then !! My prayers are with all of his family 🙠🙠ðŸ™
Katie R Moss
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
My heart goes out to your family my dear friend. I have worked with Preston for about 18 years. I can remember when he was a prep back in the day. He was a great union steward and friend and got me and my mouth out of a lot of hot water. He made sure he checked on me everyday when I loss my parents and boy could he make a person laugh. Rest high my friend rest high
Shanna Conner
Wednesday, December 11, 2019
Truly heartbroken to have lost such a amazing friend n coworker he has always been a special person to me from day one he will be truly missed in so many ways.. I will never forget our talks when we both lost our mom's so close together he always had such a huge heart.. R.I.P my dear friend âœï¸ðŸ™ðŸ˜‡
Pam evans
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Sharon Curry and Daniel Martin
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Mark had one of the sweetest hearts I have ever known. Now that he is at rest in the care of our Heavenly Father, we know that your love and fond memories of him will endure and stay with you forever.
Dan and I send our love and deepest sympathy to all of you.
Sharon Curry and Daniel Martin
Billy and Carla Sisk
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
We are terribly sorry to hear about Preston. I know how much you loved him, and I’m sure he appreciated all the time you were able to spend with him through the years. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Sincerely and with sympathy,
billy and Carla
Kathy Taylor
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Praying God will give you comfort & peace during this very difficult season. Psalm 121
ConAgra coworker
Carol Huggins
Tuesday, December 10, 2019
Preston was a really good friend to me, he helped me to cope with the lose of my husband, and I had the pleasure of working with him for 9 years at ConAgra. Although I can't be there in person ... I will be there in thoughts and prayers. Rest high my dear friend you will be greatly missed!
BRANDON J ETZKORN
Monday, December 9, 2019
My brother your going to missed. Rest In Peace. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.