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Obituary For Mario Rione Smith
With deepest sorrow we announce the passing of Mr. Mario Rione Smith of Anniston, AL.
Mario Rione Smith was born to the parentage of the late Ernest Collins and Brenda Gail Smith on Oct 10, 1976, in Anniston, AL.
Mario professed Christ as his Lord and Savior at a young age at the First Missionary Baptist Church of Ohatchee and attended Weaver High School. Mario found joy in cooking for his family and friends. An avid Alabama Crimson Tide fan, he cheered the team on with passion every game.
On January 3, 2026, Mario entered eternal rest at Regional Medical Center in Anniston, AL.
Mario leaves to cherish his memories: his loving and devoted wife of 30 years, Karen Smith of Anniston, Al; children, Jasmine, Raquan, Quinterious, Tyree, Mason, Destiny, Genesis, Zakaden, and Zyah; bonus children, Jaqueta, Naisha (Wayne), Aisha, Taisha, Devron, DiโQuan, and Andrea; sister, Ceritha (Demetrious) Campbell; nephews, Cyree & Zachery; special brother-in-law, Joshua (Kennita) Miller; special aunt, Gloria Foster; favorite uncle, Timothy (Stacy) Smith; 18 grandchildren; and a host of other family members and friends.
FUNERAL SERVICE: 1:00 PM on Saturday, January 10, 2026 at Faith Baptist Church - 821 W. 11th Street - Anniston, AL 36201. The body will lie in state at the church one hour prior to the service.
INTERMENT: Ohatchee First Missionary Baptist Church Cemetery - 265 Jericho Trail - Ohatchee, AL 36271
Rev. Phillip Keith, Officiating
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This really hit me hard man u was just like a brother too me Everytime u see me we talk shit an u calling me fat boi imma miss u my nigga u want be for gotten rest up white boi
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My deepest sympathy Swig and to the beautiful legacy he left behind Mario was family. I know Brenda is loving on you Lord I could write a book ๐ on the good times your mom and I had together. Nephew I miss you ๐ขI thank God he gave me the opportunity to see you smile and talk about how much you love your wife and kids and grandkids RIP nephew ๐๐๐ฅน๐ฅน
I always love you, auntie Sue and family. Sorry for your loss.
He took me under his wing and he and his wife welcomed me like family. There are no words to express how much he will be missed.
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