Chris Smith

Chris "Scodie" Smith, 53, of Searcy, died July 7, 2011. He was born January 25, 1958 in Searcy. He is the son of the late James Smith and Verserine Bradley Smith, who survives.

Mr. Smith was a member of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Searcy. Prior to his illness, he was a forklift operator for Wal-Mart distribution in Searcy. He was a devoted husband and father. He loved football and was a diehard Steeler's Fan.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by one brother, James Smith Jr. and one sister, Julia Smith.

Those left to cherish the memories of Chris are his loving wife of 30 years, Mary Robinson Smith; two daughters, Kristy Smith and fiancAC. Marcus Hogan, Paula Smith and fiancAC. Earl Mangus, one sister, Anna Smith and fiancAC. Jr. Prince; four grandchildren, and best friends, Cary Barnum, Steve Hardin, Brian Mathis, Bobby Young, and George Webber.

Visitation will begin at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, July 14 at Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home, with funeral services following at 12:00 p.m.

Interment will follow in Gum Springs Cemetery under the direction of Searcy-McEuen Funeral Home.