He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Etheldred "Sissy" Smith; son, Howard J. Smith; daughter, Deborah F Wright & husband John; twin brother, John Charlie Smith; grandchildren, Thomas Smith, John Michael Smith, Emily Bratton, Terry White; ten great grandchildren; numerous other relatives and a host of friends.
Carlie is preceded in death by his parents, Laud & Minnie Ann Smith; six brothers; five sisters.
He was a Deacon at Damascus Missionary Baptist Church.
Pallbearers: Mark Smith, Brady Smith, John Smith, Dwayne Tolar, Stan Galloway, Ben Hindsman.
Honorary Pallbearers: Melvin Durham, Dale Craft, TJ Goins, Kenneth Martin, Kenny Pitts, Billy McLendon, Trace White, Clinton McLendon.
Condolences(5)
Alvin E Curry
La Porte, TX Tuesday, December 15, 2020 Rejoice, he's going to be missed but he's in a better place. Prayers for the family.John D. Henderson
Livingston, TX Wednesday, November 11, 2020 I only know Bro. Carlie less than a year, but I admired him since first meeting him. He conducted himself as a Christian gentleman and was one of the most faithful members of our church.Kevin Smith
Sunday, November 8, 2020 I’m sorry for your lossLina Striedel
Livingston, TX Thursday, November 5, 2020 I'm so sorry for your loss. I know my husband Elridge so much enjoyed working with Carlie at Sam Houston Electric Co-op. He was a very fine man that everyone thought a lot of him.Lina Striedel
Carol Pridgen
Livingston, TX Tuesday, November 3, 2020 Mr Carlie was always a happy, easygoing and great person to work with when we worked together at SHECo and were both involved in Mt Rose Cemetery.My heart goes out to you. May God bless you and carry you during this time of sorrow.