obituariesJanuary 15, 2025

Gene Edward Smith, born December 28, 1949, in Cottonwood Point, MO, passed away at 75 on January 9, 2025, in Memphis, TN. A devoted family man and church member, he leaves behind his wife, children, and grandchildren.

Gene Edward Smith

Gene Edward Smith was born at Cottonwood Point, MO on December 28, 1949. He was the son of Pinkey Eugene Smith and Ossie Mae Horner Smith.

He departed this life on January 9, 2025 in Memphis, TN. He was 75 years old.

Gene was united in marriage to Gloria Boles on February 5, 1973 in Las Vegas, NV.

He loved doing yard work and had quite a few yards he took care of here in Caruthersville. He also enjoyed playing video games. Some of his favorites were Mario, Doctor Mario and poker. This was something he and his grandsons enjoyed doing together.

He was a very faithful member of the First Presbyterian Church.

He is survived by his wife Gloria Smith, three daughters, Melanie Burkeen (Tim), Connie Sue Stone and Tanja Royston, 1 sisters, Shirley Smith, 12 grandchildren, Jessica Burks (Brett), John Hayes, Jimmy Burkeen (Maddie), Harlie Rhamy, Chasity, Brandon Head, Stormy Ward, John Royston, Maggie Royston, Hannah Burkeen, Jeremy Burkeen, and Timmy Burkeen, 16 great grandchildren, other relatives including nieces and nephews and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers, Junior and Jimmy, and two sisters, Doris and Carolyn.

Funeral services were held Monday at 2 p.m. in the H.S. Smith Chapel with Rev. Ricky Lyle officiating. Internment will be in Maple Cemetery. Visitation will begin at 1 p.m.

H.S. Smith Funeral Home in charge of services.

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