of Benton, AR
February 22, 1919 - August 5, 2012
Lt. Col. Glee Greenhaw Smyth (USAF ret.) passed away on August 5, 2012, surrounded by his family at his home in the Shaw community near Benton.
Smyth was born on February 22, 1919, at Marshall, Arkansas. He was preceded in death by his parents Garland and Florence Smyth; sisters Bernell Smith and Mardell Armstrong; brothers Troy Don, Bob, and S. C; and great-grandson Hunter Jade Allen Adcox.
He is survived by his wife of 68 years Lexie Calestia Parsons Smyth; son James Glee Smyth; daughter Nathania Kay Sawyer; granddaughters Jenni Keisler and Brandi Smyth; and grandchildren Lane, Makenzie, and Montana; and brother Kenneth.
Smyth joined the Army Air Corp. and served in the China/India/Burma theater and retrained as a meteorologist in the Air Force. While he was stationed at McGuire Air Force base in New Jersey, he served as President Kennedy's accompanying meteorologist on Air Force 2.
After retiring from military service, he worked as chief inspector for the West Bend company in Sheridan until the company closed.
Graveside services with full military honors will be 10:00 A.M. Friday, August 10, 2012 at Ebenezer Cemetery in the Tull Community with the Shaw Fire Department Chaplain Ray Neal officiating.
Visitation will be from 6:00 8:00 P.M. Thursday, August 9, 2012 at Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047).
In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts can be sent to the Shaw Fire Department, 5513 Hwy 35, Benton, AR 72015.
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13 Condolence(s)
Kathy Blue
Tuesday, August 14, 2012
James, So very sorry for your loss. The Col. was a wonderful man that I remember so well. He will be truly missed. Prayers of comfort for you and your family.
Clifford @ Sharon Hicks
Saturday, August 11, 2012
Mrs Smyth, James and Nathania, Sorry to read about Mr Smyth's passing. He was a good man and will be greatly missed. I'll always remember his guidance and kindness as we tried to become farmers in the Tull bottoms. Our best wishes are with you and your families.
Cliff
William Davis
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Sorry for your loss you are in my prayers
Sandra and Robert Curington
Thursday, August 9, 2012
Aunt Kay, James, Nathania, and family:
We were so sorry to hear about Uncle Glee. He was a fine and wonderful man. I loved his cheerful smile and optimistic disposition. May God's comforting love wrap around all of you and give you peace. Love, Sandy Curington and family
Kenneth Smyth family
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
We have you in our thoughts and prayers at this time of sorrow.
Aaron and Jenna (Burton) Jones
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
Your family is in my prayers during this time! I hope you can feel God's hands of comfort around you.
Beverly Vinyard
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
James
Prayers for you and your family during the loss of your father-God Bless each one of you.
Beverly and Ronald Vinyard
Robert & Judy Young
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
James and family,
I was sorry to hear about your dad's passing. Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Robert & Judy Young
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Charles & JAn Carty
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
James,
We are very sorry to hear about your Father passing away. You were blessed to have had him with you so long but the loss is great I know. You and your family will be in our prayers.
Jennifer Davenport
Tuesday, August 7, 2012
I so enjoyed getting to know Mr. Smyth and his family. Thank you so much for allowing me the honor of helping you through this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Vicki Lawrence
Monday, August 6, 2012
Praying for you and your family Nathania.
Sam Pokey Gipson
Monday, August 6, 2012
Der Colo Glee Smyth's family. I extend my deepest Sympathy and moffer my Prayer's, to the Colonel and his family and friends.
Mr. Smyth, U made a difference.
God Bless U and yours.
Frances McNeil
Monday, August 6, 2012
James, My prayers are with you and your family in this time of sorrow.