Services for Alfred J. Smith 72 of Ferriday, La who died Friday, Dec. 18, 2015 in his home will be Monday, Dec. 21, 2015 at 1:00 at Laird’s Funeral Home in Natchez, Ms. with Rev. Wayne Spencer officiating. Burial will follow in Natchez City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Sunday evening and 12:00 to 1:00 PM on Monday, prior to services at the funeral home.
Al was born on Oct. 21, 1943 the son of Alfred L. and Helen Smith. He lived in the Natchez/Ferriday area his entire life. He graduated from Natchez High School in 1962 and enlisted in the United States Navy immediately following graduation. He toured the Mediterranean Sea serving as 2nd class Petty Officer on the USS Aucilla as a radioman. After leaving the Navy he returned to Natchez and began working with International Paper, then Diamond National and BASSTECH from which he retired. He was most noted for the 1969 “Judge” that became his trademark and pastime.
Al was an avid animal advocate and nature lover and lived surrounded by the Mississippi River. Never a stray animal was turned away or remained unfed or uncared for.
Al was preceded in death by his parents and two infant brothers. Survivors include two brothers, James O. Smith and wife Cynthia and Ronnie Smith, and one sister, Donna M. DeWitt all of Natchez. Nieces, Kristi Williams of Jackson, Kim Wyatt of Dallas, Amy Quinn of Jackson, Brandi Perry of Houston, Jessica Thompson of Cave Springs, Ark., Shannon Doughty of Gulfport, Ali Smith of Natchez and one nephew Jeff Barlow of Hampton, Ky.
Pall Bearers include Keister Dillinger, Joey Hutchins, Fred Taylor, Eddie Roberts, Robby Roberts, Lucky Morales and Gene Ham.
The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Humane Society or other charity of their choice.
Al was born on Oct. 21, 1943 the son of Alfred L. and Helen Smith. He lived in the Natchez/Ferriday area his entire life. He graduated from Natchez High School in 1962 and enlisted in the United States Navy immediately following graduation. He toured the Mediterranean Sea serving as 2nd class Petty Officer on the USS Aucilla as a radioman. After leaving the Navy he returned to Natchez and began working with International Paper, then Diamond National and BASSTECH from which he retired. He was most noted for the 1969 “Judge” that became his trademark and pastime.
Al was an avid animal advocate and nature lover and lived surrounded by the Mississippi River. Never a stray animal was turned away or remained unfed or uncared for.
Al was preceded in death by his parents and two infant brothers. Survivors include two brothers, James O. Smith and wife Cynthia and Ronnie Smith, and one sister, Donna M. DeWitt all of Natchez. Nieces, Kristi Williams of Jackson, Kim Wyatt of Dallas, Amy Quinn of Jackson, Brandi Perry of Houston, Jessica Thompson of Cave Springs, Ark., Shannon Doughty of Gulfport, Ali Smith of Natchez and one nephew Jeff Barlow of Hampton, Ky.
Pall Bearers include Keister Dillinger, Joey Hutchins, Fred Taylor, Eddie Roberts, Robby Roberts, Lucky Morales and Gene Ham.
The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Humane Society or other charity of their choice.
Services for Alfred J. Smith 72 of Ferriday, La who died Friday, Dec. 18, 2015 in his home will be Monday, Dec. 21, 2015 at 1:00 at Laird’s Funeral Home in Natchez, Ms. with Rev. Wayne Spencer officiating. Burial will follow in Natchez City Cemetery. Visitation will be from 5:00 to 8:00 PM on Sunday evening and 12:00 to 1:00 PM on Monday, prior to services at the funeral home.
Al was born on Oct. 21, 1943 the son of Alfred L. and Helen Smith. He lived in the Natchez/Ferriday area his entire life. He graduated from Natchez High School in 1962 and enlisted in the United States Navy immediately following graduation. He toured the Mediterranean Sea serving as 2nd class Petty Officer on the USS Aucilla as a radioman. After leaving the Navy he returned to Natchez and began working with International Paper, then Diamond National and BASSTECH from which he retired. He was most noted for the 1969 “Judge” that became his trademark and pastime.
Al was an avid animal advocate and nature lover and lived surrounded by the Mississippi River. Never a stray animal was turned away or remained unfed or uncared for.
Al was preceded in death by his parents and two infant brothers. Survivors include two brothers, James O. Smith and wife Cynthia and Ronnie Smith, and one sister, Donna M. DeWitt all of Natchez. Nieces, Kristi Williams of Jackson, Kim Wyatt of Dallas, Amy Quinn of Jackson, Brandi Perry of Houston, Jessica Thompson of Cave Springs, Ark., Shannon Doughty of Gulfport, Ali Smith of Natchez and one nephew Jeff Barlow of Hampton, Ky.
Pall Bearers include Keister Dillinger, Joey Hutchins, Fred Taylor, Eddie Roberts, Robby Roberts, Lucky Morales and Gene Ham.
The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Humane Society or other charity of their choice.
Al was born on Oct. 21, 1943 the son of Alfred L. and Helen Smith. He lived in the Natchez/Ferriday area his entire life. He graduated from Natchez High School in 1962 and enlisted in the United States Navy immediately following graduation. He toured the Mediterranean Sea serving as 2nd class Petty Officer on the USS Aucilla as a radioman. After leaving the Navy he returned to Natchez and began working with International Paper, then Diamond National and BASSTECH from which he retired. He was most noted for the 1969 “Judge” that became his trademark and pastime.
Al was an avid animal advocate and nature lover and lived surrounded by the Mississippi River. Never a stray animal was turned away or remained unfed or uncared for.
Al was preceded in death by his parents and two infant brothers. Survivors include two brothers, James O. Smith and wife Cynthia and Ronnie Smith, and one sister, Donna M. DeWitt all of Natchez. Nieces, Kristi Williams of Jackson, Kim Wyatt of Dallas, Amy Quinn of Jackson, Brandi Perry of Houston, Jessica Thompson of Cave Springs, Ark., Shannon Doughty of Gulfport, Ali Smith of Natchez and one nephew Jeff Barlow of Hampton, Ky.
Pall Bearers include Keister Dillinger, Joey Hutchins, Fred Taylor, Eddie Roberts, Robby Roberts, Lucky Morales and Gene Ham.
The family suggests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to the Humane Society or other charity of their choice.
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