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Obituary For Eugene Smith
The Caring Staff of Carter Funeral Home announces the peaceful transition of Mr. Eugene Smith of Tuskegee, Alabama.
Mr. Smith transitioned into eternity on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at the age of 73.
The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Monday, May 12, 2025 from 2:00pm until 5:00pm at Carter Funeral Home, 302 Carter Street, Union Springs, AL.
The Graveside Farewell Life Celebration will be held, Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at 11:00am at the St. Paul Baptist Church Cemetery, 14650 Co. Rd. 2, Tuskegee, Al.
Eugene Smith was the sixth child born to Early Green Smith, Sr. and Ruthie Mae
Harris Smith on December 6, 1951 in Macon County, AL (Armstrong Community).
Eugene confessed his belief in Christ at an early age and united with the St. Paul
Missionary Baptist Church under the pastorate of Reverend Robinson.
On May 29, 1970, he graduated from South Macon High School in Roba, Alabama
and started his military career with the United States Army. After an honorable
discharge, Eugene was employed for 35 years at the VA Medical Center in
Tuskegee, Alabama.
Eugene’s journey in this life ended on Sunday, May 4, 2025 at Baptist Medical
Center East in Montgomery, Alabama. He was preceded in death by his parents;
three brothers, Early Jr., Charlie, and Bobby Smith; three sisters, Yvonne, Vera,
and Shirley.
Eugene leaves two beautiful children to cherish his memories: Michael (Antjuana)
Smith, Columbus, GA; and Shineka Smith, Tuskegee, AL; two brothers, Felix
Smith, Akron, Ohio; and Edward Tony (Shavon) Smith, Graceville, FL; three
sisters, Rafenia (Gilbert) Scott, Charlotte, NC; Linda (Marvin) Smith, Tuskegee,
AL; Martha (Willie) Joyner, Tuskegee, AL; five grandchildren, Raveign Lee,
Rasheena Lee, Spartanburg, SC; Michael J. Smith, Washington, D.C.; JaNia
Smith, Tuskegee, AL; and Brayden Renfroe, Auburn, AL; one Aunt, Mary
Dickerson, Union Springs, AL; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other
relatives, neighbors and friends who he loved so dearly.
The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the End-of-Life Care of the late Mr. Eugene Smith.
Services
Visitation 2 PM to 5 PM
Interment
Farewell Celebration
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Our Deepest Heartfelt Love and Condolences to Our Family🕊🌹
Our deepest sympathies to Shenika, Michael and the Smith families. Sending prayers of love and comfort. May you all find solace in your grief. Melinda, Jasper and Andrew.
Sending my heartfelt prayers and condolences to the Smith family. May God wrap his arms of comfort over each of you during this very difficult time.
To the family and friends of Eugene,Praying that God's Grace and Mercy sustain all of you to get through the days ahead.Praying that his memories provide some comfort to all of you.Doris Bell and family 🙏🏽🙏🏽
Heartfelt Sympathy to the Families. May God guide you all always.
May God Wrap His Arms Around Eugene Smith in Heaven. Thank You For Your Service In The Military. God Bless The Smith Family. Prayers To The Smith Family. Amen!
We are sending our condolences to Michael and Shineka Smith and the other Smith families for the loss of your loved one. Asking God to comfort you all during this difficult time. Cynthia, Oscar Austin Jr and Oscar Austin III
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