John R. Smith Obituary
The world bids farewell to John R. Smith of Paragould, Arkansas, departing on November 17, 2025 at the age of 90. John leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, P. H. "Hobert" Smith and Lona Faulkner Smith; and his sisters, Virginia and Pauline. He is survived by: his wife Bonnie Wade; his children, Donna Singleton (Terriel), Stan Smith (Debbie) and Kendell Smith (Mary); his grandchildren, Kenley Boyd (Dusty), Cat Hamilton (Louis) and Dr. Jake Smith (Kynzee); his great grandchildren, Lucas, Isaac, Randy, Kendell and Lively; his niece Jenna Carpenter (Walter); and his nephew Lee Blackmon (Jamie). He is also survived by cousins and friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to 1-and-1 Ministries or to the First Baptist Church Children's Department, both of which may be sent c/o First Baptist Church, P.O. Box 816, Paragould, AR 72451.
