of Bald Knob, AR
March 11, 1934 - January 20, 2019
John Smith, Jr. 84, of Searcy passed away on January 20, 2019. He was born to the late John and Marie Smith on March 11, 1934 in the community of Buckhorn in Lee County Arkansas
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He served in the U.S. Air Force during the Korean War and returned home to farm. After retiring from farming, he joined the staff of the Lee County Courthouse where 15 years later he enjoyed his second retirement. A lifelong musician he enjoyed making music with his friends for many years.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Ona, one sister, Shirley Holland from Alexander, AR, one son, Mike from Bald Knob, one daughter, Renee from Knoxville, TN, two grandchildren, Michael and Jennifer, and their children, dear friends Vonceia Snider, Ross and Edith Kettles, and a host of nieces and nephews. He was also beloved by his church family at Foothills Church of Christ.
Memorials can be made to a charity of your choice.
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9 Condolence(s)
Donna Vondran
Wednesday, January 30, 2019
I have wonderful happy memories of playing cards and playing music for hours with John and Mrs. Ona. I will always smile when I think of this time in my life with them.
Rest in Peace, John
Love,
Donna Vondran
Barton, AR
Kelly Smith Hamel
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Love and prayers to all of the family! â¤
Chelsea McArthur&Family
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
CIndy Rigdon McClellan
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Ona Mae, you and John Jr have been a part of my life as long as I can remember...a happy part. Memories include spending Mr. John's birthday dinners with my parents, Glenn and Essie Merle. My love and prayers for you family at this difficult time.
Dean Dorman
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Prayers for comfort from the Holy Spirit for the loss of a good man.
April and Brad Thomas
Tuesday, January 22, 2019
Jenn and Mike im so sorry for your lose. Hugs for jagger and hailey! Love u guys!
Gary Caldwell
Monday, January 21, 2019
Nikki Harris
Monday, January 21, 2019
Shirley Kay Fowler
Monday, January 21, 2019
Thoughts and prayers to all the family ðŸ™