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Mr. Eddie Smith, Jr.
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Celebration of Life for Mr. Eddie Smith, Jr., Sunrise, Aug. 31, 1943 to Sunset, July 15, 2016.

Funeral services were held July 20 at Mt. Zion A.M.E. Church, 119 Fifth Avenue, Mansfield, officiated by the Rev. Noah Nyamaropa, Pastor and Eulogist, assisted by others.

Mr. Eddie Smith, Jr. was born August 31, 1943 to the late Mr. & Mrs. Eddie "Bubba" (Annie Kate) Smith, Sr.

*He attended Newton County Schools. At an early age he joined Bethel Grove Baptist Church and later moved his membership to Mt. Zion A.M.E.

*He enjoyed cooking on the grill, doing yard work and spending time with his family.

*He departed this earthly life on July 15, 2016. He was preceded in death by three brothers, Mr. John Henry Adams, Mr. Willie Smith and Mr. Larry Smith

*He leaves to cherish his memories  his wife, Mrs. Mae Eva Smith, two sons, Mr. & Mrs. Tony (Michelle) Humphery, Mr. & Mrs. Reginald (LaJetta) Humphery, seven daughters, Ms. Laverne Smith, Mr. & Mrs. Stanley (Angela) Kyles, Ms. Merlinda Humphery, Ms. Pamela Smith, Mr. & Mrs. Michael (Christine) Gerald, Mr. & Mrs. Rodney (Regina) Kinnie and Ms. Vivian Smith, twenty-one grandchildren, twenty- two great grandchildren, one sister, Ms. Barbara Jean Smith, three sisters-in-laws, Mrs. Linda Humphery, Mrs. Parie Humphery and Mrs. Vicky Smith and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Pallbearers
Nephews  
  Flower Ladies
Granddaughters


     Entombment

  New Covington Cemetery
South View Dr.
Covington, Georgia 30014


 

Obituary: Otis Daniel Criswell
Otis Daniel Criswell

Otis Daniel Criswell, age 72, of Covington, Georgia, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2025, surrounded by family. He was born on February 26, 1953, in Athens, Georgia to Melvin Daniel (Coach) Criswell and Veeda Claire Kirkland. 

A proud graduate of Newton County high school, class of 1971. Otis went on to join the army National Guard, serving 6 years. He dedicated 30+ years of his career as a senior Claims representative for George Farm Bureau.

Beyond his professional life, Otis was a passionate University of Georgia football fan. During football season, he could always be found on the deck grilling with family and friends with at least two TVs playing the game. He also loved traveling with his family for martial arts tournaments across the country and cherished time spent relaxing on the beach.

Otis is preceded in death by his parents, Melvin Daniel (Coach) Criswell, Veeda Claire Kirkland and brother, Duane Criswell.

Left to cherish his memory or his children, Jamie (Tony) Pascale Loganville, Georgia, Brian (Carlie) Criswell of Barnesville, Georgia, and Matt Criswell of Covington Georgia; Grandchildren: Kayla and Emma; sister, Donna Criswell Hiett; brother, Dallas (Robin) Criswell; nieces and nephews, Michael, Kimberly, Kevin, Brandon, Preston, and Destiny. 

Otis will be deeply missed by his family, friends, and all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His memory will live on through the many lives he touched. A celebration of Otis ‘s life will be held at Faith Tabernacle Church. 631 Ralph Rd - Conyers, Georgia 30094 on Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 3:00 pm.