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Vincent Smith Obituary
1959 ~ 2016
Gulfport
Vincent Paul Smith, age 56, of Gulfport died Tuesday, March 8, 2016 in Gulfport.
He was a member of the First Volunteer Fire Department of the North Gulfport Community and was an audio technician for New Birth Holy Ministries in Gulfport. He was a member of New Jerusalem Baptist Church and he received Jesus as his Lord and Savior in October, 2015.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry Lee Smith, Sr. and Marie Floyd Smith; and sisters, Willa Taylor and Sandra Smith.
Mr. Smith is survived by a daughter, Victoria Harris of Gulfport; six siblings, Alan Floyd, Shepherd Gayle Carter, Henry Lee Smith, Jr., Milton Smith, Audray (Sherman) Taylor all of Gulfport and Gwendolyn Thomas of Chicago, IL.
The funeral service will be held, Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 12:00 p.m. at Bradford-O'Keefe Funeral Home, 15th Street, Gulfport where friends may visit beginning at 11:00 a.m. Interment will be in Monroe Memorial Park, Gulfport.
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Memories and Condolences
for Vincent Smith
March 24, 2016
You will be missed Unc, you was more like a brother than a uncle.. Love always - Chaun
Jackie Hicks
March 14, 2016
I'm glad I had the chance to get to know Uncle Vincent! He was humble, caring and so lovable! Thank you God for the opportunity to have been blessed to know him! Rest in Heaven Uncle! Love Jackie, Alex, DJ, Alexus and Kayla!
Dora Howard
March 13, 2016
R.l.H
Melanie Gates
March 12, 2016
Rest in Haven my friend!
May family find comfort in the Lord.
Patricia Irving
March 11, 2016
To Uncle Milti and family. In this time of loss take comfort in knowing that I'm standing in prayer with you all. That the LORD will be your comfort and strength. Know that there is not one tear shed, that our LORD and SAVIOUR does not see. During this time, allow the LORD to carry you. Remember the times spent with Vincent and celebrate his life and his home going. GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Jeremiah and Michelle Blackwell
March 11, 2016
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family during this very difficult time. May God comfort and keep you as you mourn the loss of your loved one.
Shelia Tolliver
March 11, 2016
I'm sorry for your loss. May your days get better with time.
Cheryl Killion
March 11, 2016
I love you Vincent, RIP Cuz , always missed you and our conversation, you are blessing, and always love helping other. To, The Smith, family I'm so sorry for your loss. May God keep all of you in peace and comfort, and we send our deepest condolences. God bless Terry & Cheryl Smith Killion.
The Staff and Management of Bradford O'Keefe Funeral Homes
March 13, 2016
We extend our sincere sympathy and value your trust during this time of remembrance and reflection. We pledge our support now and in the future.
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