of West Helena, AR
February 29, 1924 - August 9, 2012
J.W. ''Pete'' Smart, 88, of West Helena, Arkansas passed away Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Southaven, Mississippi. Mr. Smart was born February 29, 1924 at Marvell, Arkansas to the late Jacob Dewey Smart and the late Bertha Lillian Bradley Smart. He worked for twenty years as an auto mechanic for West Hornor Motor Company before retiring. He was a member of American Legion Post #41 and the West Helena United Methodist Church, where he served as past president of the United Methodist Men and usher. He also donated his time to the Administrative Board and as a Trustee for the Relation Board and worked for the staff/parrish. Pete also served in the U.S. Army during World War II and the Korean War.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Lucille Turner Smart; a son, James Larry Smart (Lou) of West Helena; seven grandchildren, Terri Hancock, Jay Cox, Christian Johnson, Ashley Warren, Billy Sutterfield, Tommy Sutterfield and Kelli Sampson; sixteen great-grandchildren; two brothers, Robert Smart (Jerselene) of McRae, Arkansas and Alfred ''Buddy'' Smart (Dolly) of Helena; and four nieces and one nephew.
He is preceded in death by his parents; a son, Robert Lewis Smart; a daughter, Patsy Cox; great-granddaughter, Sarah James Warren; sister, Jessie Mae Darnell; and a brother, Oscar Smart.
Services for Pete Smart will be held at 2 p.m., Saturday, August 11, 2012 at West Helena United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Friday evening from 6-8 p.m. at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home. Burial will be at Sunset Memorial Park in West Helena. Reverend Everett Isom, Reverend Monty Bell and Reverend Jay Cox will officiate.
Pallbearers are Ramey Stiles, Eddie Schieffler, John Hartsell, Arnie Fraze, Ken Elliott, Charlie Buchanan, Werner Schaffhauser and Wendell Brister.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to West Helena United Methodist Church, 109 North Sixth Street, West Helena, Arkansas 72390.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870) 572-2571.
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27 Condolence(s)
Jennifer Barnhill
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
I am so, so saddened to hear about Mr. Smart. My grandparents lived on the same street as the Smarts for my entire lifetime until they passed away and I have such fond memories of riding my bike down the street and visiting Mr. Pete and Mrs. Lucille. It breaks my heart to lose another member of that little group of couples that lived on Baldwin.
He was very loved and will be greatly missed.
Laurie McLendon
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Lou:
You and your family are in my prayers. So sorry for your loss
Laurie Mc
Judy & Mable Chambers
Monday, August 13, 2012
Just learned of Mr. Smart's passing today, and was so sorry to hear. It will not be the same walking through the doors of that church without Mr. Smart to greet you. Keeping you close in thought and prayer, Mrs. Smart.
Janie Scaife
Monday, August 13, 2012
Thoughts and prayers are with the family at this sad time.
Rose Paige
Monday, August 13, 2012
Larry/Lou so sorry to hear of your loss. May thoughts and prayers are with you.
Clara McClure Williamson
Monday, August 13, 2012
Thinking of you at this sad time.
Larry & Cathy Johnston
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Thoughts and prayers going out to the Smart family for the loss of your loved one.
Jim & Hazel Williams
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Our sympathy to the family.
Pam hensley
Sunday, August 12, 2012
Aunt Lucille and family. I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Pete. He was a wonderful man and will be missed greatly. So sorry that I couldn't be there with all of you during this sad time. My touts have been with you and my prayers. Jessica just had a new baby on Thursday and I have been helping her. I love you all dearly.
Donnie (Estes) McClain
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Larry and Lou,
I was so sad to hear of the loss of your father, Mr. Pete. You are in my thoughts and in my prayers.
Donnie McClain,
Vickie Hawkins sister.
Barbara Clark
Saturday, August 11, 2012
So sorry to hear about Pete. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Barbara
Linda Bundy
Saturday, August 11, 2012
I am so sorry to hear of Pete's passing.Your family has been in my prayers since Patsy's passing. I know your church will be a comfort to you. Pete was a kind and caring person and will be missed.
Jim & Paulette Darnell
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Paulette and I are so sorry to here about Pete. He was a hugh role model for me when I was growing up and working for by dad at the tractor place. I learned my work ethic from those guys and a lot of kids that I have taught through the years owe Pete a lot for his influence on me.
Marsha & Greg Satterfield and Melissa
Saturday, August 11, 2012
We are saddened to hear of the loss of such a great man as Mr. Pete. Melissa and I were blessed to know him at the Church and I know how much he will be missed. May God spread his arms around you and help with the recovery of healing. Remember that your are always in our hearts and prayers.
Mr. and Mrs. Greg Satterfield
Melissa Satterfield
Sheridan, AR.
Rabbit Wheeler
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Sorry to hear about your dad Larry. GOD BLESS and take care. Rabbit
Bobby & Ann Gassaway
Friday, August 10, 2012
We are saddened at the loss of not only a family friend but a brother in Christ! Mr. Pete & Mrs. Lucille are such a wonderful example of true Christians! We will keep all of you in our hearts & prayers! You have a strong faith & this will see you thru the days ahead! Fly high, Mr. Pete!
Matt. 18-20
Lynn & Fran McClain
Friday, August 10, 2012
Larry, so sorry to hear about your Dad, you and your family are in our prayers.
Rita Brocato
Friday, August 10, 2012
Larry,
So sorry for your loss, you and your family are in my prayers.
Sam(Fatts)&Evelyn Bradley
Friday, August 10, 2012
So sorry to hear about Pete..I can't be there with everyone but all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Fatts & Evelyn Bradley
Mr. & Mrs. Steven Anderson
Friday, August 10, 2012
Mr. Smart was a very nice gentleman. We give our condolences to his family. We will be praying for you through this time of loss.
Eugenia Jones Newsom
Friday, August 10, 2012
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Smart was a very sweet man. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time.
Pat Williams
Friday, August 10, 2012
Lucille & family - I am so sorry about Pete. We will all miss this sweet, wonderful man. The United Methodist Church has lost a wonderful member.
Lynette Murphy
Friday, August 10, 2012
Buddy and Ms. Lucille and Larry:
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Mr. Pete. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Julia Aitken
Friday, August 10, 2012
Another pillar of West Helena United Methodist Church has gone and will be sorely missed. My sympathy to all the family.
Bo Wilkinson
Friday, August 10, 2012
Pete was a fine man and good friend.
Ernestine Freeman
Friday, August 10, 2012
So sorry to hear about Pete. You have my prayers and sympathy. Pete was such a nice person and will be missed by many. I have many fond memories of him working with Clyde. I know it is a sad time, but those sweet memories will overcome the sadness. Hold tight to your faith and it will sustain you. God Bless.
charles wright
Friday, August 10, 2012
I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THIS GREAT MAN! REST IN PEACE MR. PETE