Leonard Wayne "Bo" Smith

Leonard Wayne "Bo" Smith obituary, DeRidder, LA

Leonard Wayne "Bo" Smith

Leonard Smith Obituary

Visit the Chaddick Funeral Home - DeRidder website to view the full obituary.
Bo Smith, 78, of DeRidder, LA passed away Sunday, October 6, 2024. Celebration of Life will be Saturday, October 12 from 3pm-6pm at Bilbo and Roberts Church of Christ.

Bo is survived by his wife of 56 years, Marie Smith of DeRidder, LA; daughter, Angie Cross & Eddie of Bryan, TX; son, Paul Smith of DeRidder, LA; two grandsons, Brennan Smith of DeRidder, LA and Toby Smith of DeRidder, LA; brother, Mark Smith of DeRidder, LA; and a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Leonard & Christine Smith; brother, Jeffrey Smith; and sister, Dotsy Downs.

Condolences can be made at chaddickfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Chaddick Funeral Home - DeRidder

1931 N Pine St, DeRidder, LA 70634

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