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Obituary For Sgt. Anthony Eugene Smith, Sr.
Mr. Anthony E. Smith, Sr., of Marianna, Florida, was born on July 9, 1962, to the late Reverend Emmon F. Smith, Sr., and Mary Lee Speights (Mack).
He accepted Christ into his life at a very early age. He attended public school in Jackson County, where he graduated from Marianna High School. During his time there, he was very athletic and played both football and basketball, excelling in both sports.
In 1982, he attended Albany State University to further his education and football journey. In 1983, Anthony joined the United States Army and he continued until he received a medical honorable discharge.
On January 2, 1984, he was united in holy matrimony to the love of his life Gwendolyn Jean Smith and they enjoyed 42 wonderful years together.
In addition to his parents, Anthony was also preceded in death by one brother, Mr. Adolphus Speights of Marianna, FL.
Cherished memories of a wonderful life will forever linger with his loving family: his wife of 42 years, Gwendolyn Jean Smith of Marianna, FL; two daughters, Marlena (Hurley) Perry of Dothan, AL and Kaishauna Smith of Greenwood, FL; one son, Anthony Smith, Jr., of Panama City, FL; three brothers, Ronald Smith of Jacksonville, FL, Wayne Smith of Greenwood, FL, and Duane Smith of Cottondale, FL; four sisters, Sharron Smith of Plainfield, NJ, Carolyn Smith of Orlando, FL, Sonya (Reginald) Leslie of Cottondale, FL, and Gwen (Spencer) Abrams of Pensacola, FL; three grandchildren Samuel Garrett, Damien Smith, and Kristina Barnes; and a host of nieces, nephews, and many other dear family members and friends.
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Add A CondolenceSending prayers to the Smith family, Anthony was a great classmate.
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To the family of Anthony Smith my condolences and may God keep you all under his wings. Anthony was a friend and classmate his quiet demeanor and his contagious smile was his strong point he was a great father and husband and a great friend he will be missed but shall remain in our hearts.
Gwen and family, We are saddened to hear about the transition of your beloved, Anthony. May the peace of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ rest upon your family during this very devastating time.
Gwen and family, may the grace of God surround you and guide, protect and comfort you! We love you all and are praying for you.
My deepest condolences to you and your family during this delicate time. May the Lord's grace and peace comfort you in ways that only He can. With love - Lechael Blaylock [Marianna K-8]
Sending my deepest condolences to the Smith family for the loss of a Husband, Father,and one of America's brave soldier.Our Heavenly Father have called you home for another mission! You will be missed my friend. Sincerely Linwood Pittman
My sincere condolences π to the family. tremendous human being..great friend and classmate
On behalf of the MHS Class of 1981, we offer our deepest sympathy to Anthony's family and loved ones. Anthony will be remembered as someone who always had a quiet kindness and a sly smile:) We pray that you find solace in your cherished memories through this difficult time. Rest in Peace, Anthony, until we meet again.π
Sending my condolences to you at your time of bereavement.
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Please accept my sincere condolences and know that the family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Marilyn KS Classmate MHS 1981 ππΎππΎππΎ
My sincere prayers and condolences to the family. "Go Rest High on That Mountain" Tender Warrior!
I want to send my condolences and prayers to Gwen and the Smith family. ππ½ππ½
My condolences to the family. REST ON CLASSMATE, #81STRONG, we will take it from here. "1042"
ππ½ Ondrail Couch McMillan Classmate 1981 MHS
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