It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Mr. Lasarus Marvin Smith.
Lasarus Marvin Smith, 64, died Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
Memorial service will be 1:00 P.M. SUNDAY, August 3, 2025 at Strong & Jones Chapel. He will be laid to rest at Richardson Cemetery at a later date.
He is survived by his loving parents, Lerinzo and Frances Smith; son, Marcus Smith; three sisters, Sharon Arnett, Valery (Robert) Meeks and Mariena Smith; brother, Lomax (Glynis) Smith; five aunts, Annie Mae Gavin, Gloria T. (James~deceased) Woody, Jenita T. (Fred) Dukes, Bobbie T. (Charles) Waldon and Johnnie Mae Armstead; uncle, Joe Tucker; two nieces who were like his sisters, Nichole (Travis) Robinson and Kimberly (Donte) Davis; god sister, Kristell Robinson and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and loved ones.
His sense of humor and joyful spirit will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved him. His memories will be cherished until we meet again.
On behalf of the staff and management of Strong & Jones Funeral Home, Inc., we would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family of Mr. Lasarus Marvin Smith.
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l know Marvin will be missed greatly by all and l am going to miss him also. We all may grieve losing him but God saw his struggle to stay here with us and God decided it was time for him to rest. A couple months ago, he told Marcus and me, when you leave or end a conversation dont say "Bye". The last thing he said to Marcus and l was "Later". RIP my friend, Marcus and I will look to see you "Later." Missing you already,
Frances Baker and Marcus G. Smith
Dear family, even though I am a far distance away and cannot be there to embrace you with a hug, hold your hand, lend my shoulder to cry on or just to tell you face to face that I am so very sorry for your loss. Just know that I grieve with you. My thoughts and prayers. Sincere condolences - Faye
For My Uncle I have so many memories of the time we spent together, And even though you're here, I'll cherish them forever. I miss your laughter so much and the mischief in your smile. When I fell the sadness welling up I'll remember it a while For though you are no longer here, You'll never be truly gone. So as long as I have these memories, Your sprit will carry on. So until I see your smile again, I'll hold you in my HEART and MIND. RIP Uncle Buzzard I LOVE YOU AND MISS YOU Your Neice Kim
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