of Helena, AR

August 11, 1944 - June 16, 2023

Billy G. Smith, age 78, passed away on Friday, June 16, 2023 at his home in Helena, Arkansas. He was born on Tuesday, August 11, 1944 to the late Bill and Margeret Smith.
Mr. Smith was an accomplished pianist, vocalist and actor as well as a huge fan of fine arts as a whole and supported his beloved wife, Pauline Smith, with every dance recital she produced. He touched, educated and mentored many lives as a High School Biology teacher at Central High School. He was a collector of cut glass, loved antiques and estate sales, was an avid reader and researcher and loved to discover new things around him. He had a terrific eye for color, design, furniture and decorating. He was a fabulous cook, had an incredible green thumb and could identify almost any plant known to man.
Mr. Smith loved his friends, his colleagues, his students, his home and his family beyond measure. He was a wonderful conversationalist, he was very meticulous about detail and never left anything out. He was a stickler for good manners, good grammar and timeliness. He had the patience of a saint and was kind to any and everyone.
Mr. Billy is survived by one daughter, Cheryl Anderson of Fredericksburg, Texas; one grandchild, Alexis McNeil (Andy) of Brooklyn, New York and good friend, Ernie Brawner.
He is preceded in death by his loving wife, Pauline and his parents.
No services are planned at this time.
Services will be directed by Roller-Citizens Funeral Home, West Helena, (870)572-2571. Relatives and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.rollerfuneralhomes.com/westhelena.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Citizens Funeral Home
508 East Plaza Street
West Helena, AR  72390
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com