Arnold B. Smith

1937 - 2018

Arnold B. Smith obituary, 1937-2018

BORN

1937

DIED

2018

FUNERAL HOME

White Funeral Home

315 Highway 11 South

Poplarville, Mississippi

Arnold Smith Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 23, 2018.

Arnold B Smith of Poplarville, MS passed away on Monday, January 22, 2018 after a brave battle with Alzheimer's Disease at the age of 80.

He was born January 25, 1937, in Magnolia Community to Olson and Lillie (Brown) Smith. He grew up in Stone County and attended the Magnolia School and graduated from Stone County High School and Perkinston Jr. College. He graduated from Louisiana State University in 1960 with a degree from the School of Forestry. After LSU, he was called up by the National Guard and served during the Berlin Crisis. Arnold owned and operated his own business, Arnold B Smith Timber Company in Poplarville, MS until his retirement. During his career as a Forester, he served as a member and as Chairperson of the Mississippi Forestry Commission. Arnold was an active supporter of the schools and community through membership in band boosters, athletic boosters and Poplarville PTA.

He was a loving and devoted husband to his wife, Louise (Stamey) for over 50 years. They raised three beautiful children: Tracey (Walt) Harris, Bart (Kathy) Smith and Sam (Kim) Smith. He was loved and adored by six grandchildren: Jeremy Lee, Bryce and Hannah Smith and Samantha, Savannah and Smith Cole. He was a loyal brother to Buford J Smith.

Arnold was a true outdoors-man and enjoyed farming, hunting, fishing, camping and horseback riding with his family. Family was the center of his life and he especially enjoyed spoiling his grandchildren and sharing family folk lore with his many beloved cousins. Arnold was a selfless man of God and a true southern gentleman with a witty intelligence and a kind and generous heart. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to be made to: Brother's Keeper Ministries, 310 East Smith Street, Poplarville, MS 39470.

Funeral Services will be held at, WHITE FUNERAL HOME, 315 Hwy 11 South, Poplarville, MS, on Friday, January, 26, 2018 at 2:00 pm. Visitation will begin at 1:00 pm until the hour of service. Bro. Steven Smith to officiate services. Burial will immediately follow in Smith Cemetery, Stone County, MS.

Online condolences can be offered at: www.whitefuneralhomepoplarville.com

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December 3, 2019

Family

arnorld smith

he was the best grandparent ever we were are so close.

January 25, 2018

Elizabeth Shaunessy-Dedrick

Louise, Tracy, Sam, and Bart, I am sorry to hear of Arnold's passing. He was a dear man who I always enjoyed visiting with, as he told great stories and had such an endearing chuckle. Though I haven't seen him in about 20 years, I can see his smile, the twinkle in his eyes, and hear his pleasant voice just reflecting on my visits at your house. I am glad for you all that your lives were so positively affected by his joy. God bless.

January 25, 2018

Gail Romero

1/25/2018
Dear Louise;
When I met you, four years ago, I saw you as a loving steadfast wife. Thank you for introducing me to Arnold. I have witnessed your daily show of love and caregiving, whatever else was happening around you. You are the personification of a Steel Magnolia. I am honored to be your friend. See you in the Spring.
A strong hug and Love, Gail Romero

January 24, 2018

Doyle Tynes

Arnold was a fine man and gentleman, knew him in 60s, he was an avid LSU fan. Everyone loved A.B as he was known . Praying for family and friends.

January 23, 2018

Suzanne Hartness

So sorry to hear this sad news. My husband, Charles Day and Arnold were best friends all through school. Charles died in 1974. Prayers for peace and strength for the family.

January 23, 2018

Winston and Diane Herndon

Louise, We are so sorry to hear of you losing your soul mate. You and your family will be in our prayers. May God bring you peace and comfort in the days to come.

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