Karl Russell Smith Jr.

1930 - 2017

Karl Russell Smith Jr. obituary, 1930-2017, Richmond, TX

BORN

1930

DIED

2017

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The Settegast-Kopf Company@Sugar Creek

15015 Southwest Fwy

Sugar Land, Texas

Karl Smith Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Sep. 24, 2017.

Karl Russell Smith Jr.,87, of Richmond, Texas, passed away, on the 23 rd of September 2017. He was born on February 28, 1930 to Karl and Rose Smith of Wichita, Kansas. He served his country as a Sergeant in the Army stationed in El Paso for a short while and finished in San Antonio during the Korean War. After an Honorable Discharge from the service he continued his career as a Programmer for Transco. Upon his retirement of 33 years he went on to be the owner of several successful pawnshops and shopping centers. His love for poker playing, fishing and fixing up of old cars and his famous saying "Are you with me?" will be dearly missed. Preceded him in death his wife of 66 years Billie Jean, son Carlton Edward Smith, daughter Linda Lee Smith, parents Karl Russell and Rose Durfee Smith, sister Carolyn Behee and brother in law Johnny. He is survived by his son Steve Allan Smith, wife Jeannette Marie, granddaughter Hope Renee Sumner and husband Charles. The family would like to thank Maria I Gutierrez, Maria Cordona, Yesenia Gutierrez and Nancy Ramos for caring for him this last year. With all of the care and kind, giving hearts that you provided he was able to be with us longer. Friends are invited to a visitation with family on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 from 4:00PM to 7:00PM at The Settegast-Kopf Co. @ Sugar Creek, located at 15015 Sw Freeway, Sugar Land, Texas 77478. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday September 27, 2017 at 2:00PM in the Morrow Chapel of The Settegast-Kopf Company @ Sugar Creek.

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September 28, 2017

Pat Wohrley

Russell was so sweet to our family. When ever we could get together he would always keep us laughing. He was one in a million and he will be missed. My prayers of comfort to Hope, Charles, Steve and Jeannette. May all the wonderful memories you shared bring smiles to your hearts.

September 27, 2017

Kiki Lockett

PePa will be missed, but I know he was loved, Jeannette kept me laughing at his shenanigans, even at 87...PePa went out like a Rock Star, we can all learn from him...

September 26, 2017

Becky Dilling

Uncle Russell was a kind and caring man and will be remembered always by all who knew him. My deepest sympathies to Steve, Jeanette, Hope and Charles. Love, Becky

September 25, 2017

Susan Gibson

Someone as special as Russell will never be forgotten. Today and always, May loving memories and love of friends bring you peace, comfort, and strength during this difficult time.
Sue

September 25, 2017

Andi Colley

We are with you in spirit and prayer. Loved the pictures -- some I had never seen before. May our loving God give you peace in this difficult time. Andi

September 25, 2017

Debbie

Such a sweet man! So sorry for your loss Steve and Jeannette and to all who loved him!

September 25, 2017

Michelle Rogers

May you find peace and comfort during this difficult time. I pray your heart & soul continues to be filled with Love & special memories of Pepa.

September 25, 2017

RL

I send my deepest sympathies to the family. May the God of comfort be with you and bring you peace of mind in your time of need. (Matt 5:4)

September 24, 2017

Robert &Anchi Hsu

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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15015 Southwest Fwy, Sugar Land, TX 77478

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