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1946

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2023

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New Orleans, Louisiana

David Smith Jr. Obituary

David E. Smith, Jr. age 77 was born July 7, 1946, in New Orleans, Louisiana has entered eternal rest, on Thursday, December 7, 2023. David was a graduate of Walter L. Cohen Sr, High School, class of 1963. He continued his education at Grambling State University from 1963-1967. He honorably served in the United States Air Force from 1973-1977. David was then employed with the U.S. Postal Service for 30 years, from August 1977 to 2007 until his passing. He was a faithful member of Sovereign Hope Apostolic Fellowship, New Orleans, Louisiana. Family and friends are invited to attend the Homegoing Service on Friday, December 15, 2023, for 10:00 a.m. at Sovereign Hope Apostolic Fellowship, 9301 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA. Visitation will begin at 9:00 a.m. Pastor Thaddeus Lee, officiating. Interment will follow at Providence Memorial Park, 8200 Airline Drive, Metairie, LA. 70003. Guestbook Online: www.anewtraditionbegins.com (504)282-0600. Linear Brooks Boyd and Donavin D. Boyd Owners/Funeral Directors.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Dec. 13 to Dec. 14, 2023.

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Ava Rugon Thomas

December 23, 2023

Remembering the good times at 701 Loyola. Rest in Peace

Charlotte Harris

December 19, 2023

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Sadie M Robinson

December 18, 2023

My deepest sympathy to the Smith family.God is in control and He will be your comforter and give you strength to go on. Sadie Dangerfield Robinson class of Wa-Lo-Co `63

Sandra (Wilson) Muhammad

December 17, 2023

our Washington Ave, Neighbor...a sweet and kind soul..with a great sense of humor..I never saw David without a smile on his face..and before you parted, you'd end up laughing...love you and will miss you.....until we meet on the other side, beloved Friend...I know you and my Mom are having a time!

Mary Louise Moore Crayton-Spencer

December 17, 2023

May the memories of David be a source of comfort to all who loved him. There are numerous fond memories of David and the "crew" at Second Mt. Calvary Baptist Church!

Marie Tyler

December 15, 2023

In memory of a dear friend, that I loved as a Brother. I will dearly miss you. Rest in Peace C/O "63"

Corletta Allen Smothers

December 14, 2023

Condolences to the family of David E. Smith

Pamela and Jason Harkless

December 14, 2023

Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the Smith family
May Smitty soul rest in peace

John Smith Jr Class of 1964

December 14, 2023

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Samuel Robertson

December 14, 2023

My Sympathy to the Smith's Family

Charmaine Kaufman

December 13, 2023

David my friend I am going to miss you especially our conversations on the phone. "Miss Mildred", was so sad to hear of your passing. Your suffering is over now and I know you are in the arms of God. Rest in peace

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Dec

15

Visitation

9:00 a.m.

Sovereign Hope Apostolic Fellowship

9301 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA

Dec

15

Service

10:00 a.m.

Sovereign Hope Apostolic Fellowship

9301 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA

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5001 Chef Menteur Hwy., New Orleans, LA 70126

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