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Keenan Smith Obituary

Smith Sr., Keenan Grant Age 55, born May 7, 1958 passed away Saturday, May 26, 2013. Keenan was preceded in death by his father, Jacob W. Smith Sr.; sister, Alice B. Bills; brother, Vincent L. Smith Sr.; grandson, Tarije V. Smith; nephew, Vincent L. Smith Jr. He leaves to cherish his memory, loving mother, Alice Louise Smith; 2 sons, Keenan G. Smith II, and Jamarious R. Smith; 3 grandchildren, Tatiana Smith and twins Kaylynn and Keenan Smith III; brother, Jacob W. Smith Jr.; 2 sisters, Cheryl A. Rogers, and Zelma E. Smith; close friends Brenda Jolly and Alvita Chism. Visitation Sunday, June 2, 2013 from 12:00 to 8:00pm family hour 7:00-8:00pm. Funeral services Monday, June 3, 2013 at 11:00am. All services at Guy & Allen Funeral Chapel. Elder Thomas Williams Officiating.

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Published by Post-Tribune on May 30, 2013.

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Jamarious Smith

December 26, 2020

Love and miss you dad I wish you was still here with me so I can have a father son talk one last time love you dad

Keenan Smith II

June 11, 2013

Love You Pops.....you couldnt told me nothing back then...but know i feel ya

June 7, 2013

My Love My Keenan. I will miss you,your smile, your laugh. I want to remember you the way you were with me. I will see you again. Love you always.

Kim & Krystal Broader

June 2, 2013

To our extended family the "Smith's" .... Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time. We spent a lot of time in your home, enjoying countless moments with Big Keenan. He was very free spirited and enjoyed life. His presence will be sorely missed. We value the opportunity we had being in his presence.

Kim & Krystal Broader

Kim Broader

June 2, 2013

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Edward Evans

June 2, 2013

To Cheryl & Family
It is with sadness that I offer my condolence,but The Lord offers us all gladness to have known your brother even if it was only for a short while. Remember the good times as The Lord keeps us all.

NAKIA (KEKE) GATES

May 30, 2013

TO SMITH FAMILY, I AM SORRY FOR THE LOSS OF YOUR LOVE ONE, KEENAN WAS A VERY NICE AND FUNNY PERSON I HAD THE PLEASURE OF KNOWING SINCE I WAS YOUNG GIRL FROM ELLSWORTH ST. GROWING UP. IM SURE HE WILL BE DEEPLY MISSED.

The Morgan Girls

May 30, 2013

Remembering "Big Keenan" with a smile on our face and a prayer in our heart for those he leaves behind.

Deborah Ann Hutson-Smith

May 30, 2013

To Cheryl Rogers & Family...I am truly sorry for the loss of your brother, Keenan...he was such a beautiful person inside and out and he will be missed very much. May GOD Bless You All And Keep His Ever-loving Arms Around You.
Sincerely,
Deborah A. Hutson-Smith & Family

DeAngela Dixon

May 30, 2013

I WILL MISS YOU KEENAN AND I SHALL FOREVER CHERISH THE GOOD MEMORIES THAT WE SHARED. MAY YOU REST IN PEACE FOREVER.
DEDE

Jeanie Jackson

May 30, 2013

Cheryl Rogers & family:
Praying for the strength and comfort during the passing of your loved one.

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