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Lapoe Smith Obituary
Funeral Services for LaPoe "Smitty" Smith, Jr., 57, are scheduled for 11:00 a.m., Saturday, December 8, 2018 at Mt. Mariah Baptist Church, 3985 Highway 5, Frierson, Louisiana. A public visitation will be held from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Friday, December 7, 2018 also at the church. Entombment will follow at the church cemetery. As a final farewell from his sports family and the San Antonio community, a memorial service is scheduled for 7:00 p.m., Sunday, December 23, 2018 at Champion Sportsplex, 6712 Joe Louis Drive, San Antonio, TX.
LaPoe passed away on November 30, 2018. He was a native of Gloster, La, and a resident of San Antonio, Texas for nearly 25 years. He attended Second Ward High School where he excelled in sports, and was known for his baseball and basketball skills. LaPoe received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science from St. Martin's College in Lacey, Washington. He served our country in the United States Army from 1979-1988.
Smitty was a certified sports agent through the National Basketball Players Association (NBPA). For nearly 20 years, he represented a number of top athletes including NBA, NFL, and WNBA players. Although, he was known to many as a naturally talented athlete, sports agent, entrepreneur, land owner and trailblazer, highest on the list was philanthropist.
LaPoe was preceded in death by his parents, Rose Anne Farris Smith and LaPoe Smith, Sr., and grandparents Cleo and Lucius Farris. Left to continue his legacy and cherish his memories are 8 children, a very special friend, 2 sisters, 3 brothers, 2 grandchildren, nieces, nephews, sports family, other relatives and friends. Final rites are entrusted to Good Samaritan Funeral Home of Shreveport, Louisiana. In lieu of flowers, donations can be given toward a scholarship fund in his honor. For more information contact (318) 221-7337 or visit www.gsfunerals.com.
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Ramsey farris
December 1, 2024
Was up cuz. This buck, just stopping by. R.I.P.
Reshia
December 1, 2024
We love u, miss u and have not forgotten about you! We appreciate all that you have done. The foundation that you set for us. The memories. You will always and forever be loved. Thank you Uncle Junebug.
Lareshia Trammell
December 1, 2022
I miss you and Love you very much. The children and I talk about you all the time as if you´re still here. It´s been really hard not seeing or hearing your voice. You may be gone but never forgotten and always and forever in our hearts.
Angela
August 24, 2020
He was a great man!!
Courtnie Mabry
March 13, 2019
Mr. Lapoe...I didn't kno u personally...but my very close dear friend knew u well...He talked about you u with loyalty and respect...and said u were an 1000 man...Stand up guy (Soilder)...and it hurt him dearly to hear u passed...bothers him terribly...but we know your watching dwn on all ya family and friends...Sad I didn't gt to meet u...but jus hearing your memories is a blessing to me...thanks for being a real friend to our mutual friend...Fluke...he is a good person...so frm me jus writing on behalf of him...I thank you for being who u were....Keep Flying High...R.H.I.H. Mr. Lapoe " Smitty "Smith...With Mad Love...Courtnie Mabry!!!
Rosiw Huglon
February 19, 2019
My dear uncle u are truly missed I love in spit of all things I know u looking down on this family now your in sports heaven in joying life up there rest easy unc.
LaReshia Trammell
December 12, 2018
Uncle Junebug, words cannot describe how my heart has ached after hearing& witnessing your passing away. My mind has never been so tormented. I regret not expressing my dear love for you the way I wanted too. I will always and forever keep you in my heart and in my prayers. I love you and miss you so much. May your soul rest in heaven. I pray for you; I pray our family does not fall apart due to this inconvenient sudden death. May God bless you. We love you Uncle Junebug............ I will see you all when I get there.......
Love Reshia & Kids
David Howard
December 11, 2018
Sorry and shocked to hear of your passing Smitty. Whenever I was out somewhere a waitress would bring me a drink and it was you from you because you saw me before I saw you. I was glad to be a friendly face and help you get access to some of the players (your clients) at the Dome. You showed me the impact I had in networking in that environment. May you rest in peace brother.
Ramsey Farris
December 10, 2018
RIP cuzen. I'm gone miss you coming home. I'm gone miss your words and just seeing you pull up in brother yard. I'm gone.miss you saying buck go get me some hog head cheese and three wilsa wenners. I'm gone miss you saying if it aniet 1,000 or better I can't get my nails dirty. Dam cuz out of all people you. You rest easy. Love you.
Adrienne
December 8, 2018
I love you Mr.Smith
For the Commanders, Carroll R. Michaud
December 8, 2018
The Final Salute
Brothers in Arms, Military men and women down through the centuries, have traditionally exchanged Hand Salutes as a sign of recognition and as a way to render courtesy and respect one to another.
This Hand Salute is the last that we shall render to LaPoe (Smitty) Smith, Jr. our Brother-in-Arms. To his family it symbolizes the love and respect that we have for LaPoe. To LaPoe it is rendered as a symbol of honor and gratitude to thank him for the devoted and selfless service he rendered to his country while serving in the U.S. Army. LaPoe, we commend you for your honorable service. You are a true patriot, who served with honor and distinction. You upheld the finest qualities of an American patriot warrior: courage, commitment, generosity, sacrifice, love and devotion to family and country. You were a true friend. We bid you a sad farewell. You will be dearly missed from among our ranks. Be at Ease. Rest in Peace.
On behalf of the 961 military veteran Legionnaires of Lowe-McFarlane Post 14 of the American Legion and the 177 veterans of VFW Post 2238 in Shreveport, Louisiana, we extend our sympathies and our condolences to LaPoe's family and loved ones.
Dennis Engdahl, Commander, American Legion Post 14
5315 South Lakeshore Drive, Shreveport, LA 71109
Ranny Griffin, Commander, VFW Post 2238
1245 Gary Street, Shreveport, LA 71101
Leta Henderson
December 7, 2018
Lapoe, Dad loved u very much. I hope u and Dad are hanging together talking about old times when he was y'r Coach and mentor.
RIP!!
Coach Henderson's Daughter - Leta Henderson
December 7, 2018
RIP.. Smitty ... #305Family
December 7, 2018
May the God of all comfort sustain your family during the days ahead Psalms 119:76
Colleen Woods
December 7, 2018
So sorry for your loss. May God Bless You and your family.
Colleen
Knakita McMullen-Llorens
December 6, 2018
Although it's difficult today to see beyond the sorrow, May looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow.~Author Unknown
Prayers and condolences to the family. Rest well friend.
Ben Simmons
December 6, 2018
RIP Smitty. Thanks for always showing Love. BnX ben simmons.
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