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Perry Smith Obituary

Perry Smith, Jr. went home to be with the Lord on November 24th, 2016. He was the son of the late Perry, Sr. and Susie Gillespie Smith. He was also preceded in death by his brother Shawn Smith. He leaves to cherish his memories his loving wife Mary Ellen Scott Smith and their beloved daughters Monette and Deidre Smith. His siblings: Derrick Smith, Cheri Lynn George, and Senora Rene' Brown, along with his nieces and nephews: Marlo Best, DeLisse George, D'Lan Smith, Darius Brown (Dana), Ebon George (D'Amica), and Daja Brown will all miss him dearly. The family would like to extend an invitation to New Hope Baptist Church (Gretna), Christ Temple of New Orleans, Regular Baptist Church, and Gideon Institute International along with United States Postal Service, Ochsner Health System, Harrah's Casino New Orleans, Jefferson Parish Head Start, Tulane Medical Center, Total Home Health, and St. Joseph Hospice to attend funeral services on Saturday December 3, 2016 at New Hope Baptist Church, 434 7th St. Gretna, LA 70053. Visitation at 8 AM with service beginning at 10 AM. Reverend Warren E. Johnson will be the officiating minister. Interment at New Hope Cemetery, Lafayette St. Gretna. Professional services entrusted to Murray Henderson Funeral Home.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Nov. 30 to Dec. 2, 2016.

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Walter and Mable Mitchell

December 5, 2016

To the Smith Family,

Hold on to your memories, and let the guide you during this time of sadness.

Love You

December 4, 2016

To Derrick & Family,
Sorry for your loss. We will continue to pray with you and for you.
Glo and Tyronne

December 4, 2016

My deepest sympathy to Mary, Monette, and Deidre. I know this is the darkest hour but with the help of the Big Three "GOD, JESUS, and the HOLY SPIRIT" they will cradle you with LOVE and PRECIOUS MEMORIES that will help to ease the pain of such a great loss. Neighbor and friend Cynthia Stewart and Family

December 4, 2016

To The Smith Family: Sorry to hear of your loss.Perry was a great man and co-worker.Our prayers are with you in this difficult time.
-THE DALYS-Raymond Sr. and Ray Jr.

December 3, 2016

TO DERRICK & FAMILY,
MAY GOD GIVE YOU PEACE AND COMFORT AT THIS TIME AND FOREVER, AT THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVED ONE.

YVETTE
ALGIERS

December 2, 2016

To Mary and family,
You have my sincere condolences at the loss of your loved one. He was always very pleasant and upbeat.
Gloria A. Brown

Hazel Scott/Family.

December 2, 2016

To The Smith/Scott Family/Friends We send You Heartfelt Condolences. We are praying With/For You.We Thank God for the Time He loaned Perry to Us.
One Day We Shall Meet Again. Lord We Thank You for Loving Our Family and Giving Us The Comforter to Help Us for Such A Time Like This. We are there in Spirit with You Precious Family. May The Lord Grace The Celebration Of Life Of Our Loved One With His Almighty Presence This Morning. RIP Perry.

SHIRLEY COLLINS & ZY'KERYA

December 2, 2016

TO MY GOOD FRIEND MARY & DAUGHTERS:

You have my deepest sympathy. May the love of friends help you return to the daily routine of life. It's a hard road when you lose someone you love. May god strengthen you to go on.

RIP PERRY you will be missed.

December 2, 2016

There is no greater hurt than losing a love one. The peace of knowing he is resting with Jesus will help to ease the pain. Know that God is a very present help in times like these. Praying for the entire family. Look unto Jesus.

Rosalyn Clark White

December 2, 2016

To my friend Mary and her daughters: the Holy and righteous God is your strong tower. Lean on Him for strength and peace. Know that we are praying for your family
Joy peace and love be yours always

Karen Trudeaux-Gipson

December 1, 2016

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

December 1, 2016

Smith Family, please know that you are in our prayers!
Pastor Ricky, Terry Lynn Johnson-Johnson and
The Mt. Olive Baptist Church, Harvey, LA

Rev. Warren E Johnson

December 1, 2016

The Family of Rev. Warren E. Johnson and The NewHope B.C. of Gretna, La extends it's condolences. We Love you and there's nothing you can do about it. God Bless!

December 1, 2016

Offering condolences for your loss. May your family find peace and comfort in knowing sickness, pain and death will one day be no more.

Mr. Frederick & Mrs. Regenia Moss Banks

December 1, 2016

To the family ~
I was saddened by the news of your brother's transition. Senora, I didn't know him but my husband did. If there is prayer needed from my family to yours you can be certain to have them. Keep the memories and the love alive.

REV. DR. LILLIAN HENDERSON-ALEXANDER

November 30, 2016

MARY ELLEN, YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND EMPATHY OVER THE DEPARTURE OF YOUR DEAR HUSBAND.
LOVE ALWAYS FROM THE LISA COOPER, WILSON,BABY LIL AND ALEXANDER FAMILIES.
GOD BLESS YOU AND YOURS!

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