Francis P. Smith “Pete”, 77, passed away on November 22, 2011. He was born on October 21, 1934 in Brooklyn, New York. Pete served in the U.S. Navy and is a veteran of the Korean Conflict. He was a wonderful husband, father, Papa and friend. He was a longtime member of Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church and a member of the Knights of Columbus and NATP. He had a Masters Degree in Accounting and was a professor at Jones College. Pete was a true gentleman and was loved by all who knew him.
He was predeceased by his son Francis Smith, Jr.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Patricia Smith; daughter Karen Prescott; son Richard Smith; 16 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be 3:00 – 5:00 PM Sunday, November 27, 2011. Funeral mass will be 11:00 AM Monday, November 28, 2011 all located Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church. Burial will follow at 1:30PM to Jacksonville National Cemetery.
As an expression of sympathy, memorial contributions may be made to Most Holy Redeemer Catholic Church (Debt Reduction) 8523 Normandy Blvd. Jacksonville, Florida 32221.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted Hardage-Giddens Town and Country Funeral Home 7242 Normandy Blvd. Jacksonville, Fl. 32205. www.townandcountryfuneralhome.com
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