Peter Matthew Smith

Peter Matthew Smith died peacefully on December 14, 2021 in New Orleans, LA. Married for 50 years to the love of his life, Patricia Eigenbrod Smith. Patricia was without question a perfect complement to Peter. Together, they reared two wonderful children, Kristen Smith Cahoon (Dann) and Matthew Peter Smith. In addition to his many nieces and nephews, his grandchildren, David Matthew Cahoon and Corrine Cahoon, were particularly treasured by him. Born to Matthew Peter Smith and Patricia Clapp Smith, he is survived by his sisters, Carol Smith Calhoun (Jack) and Deborah Smith Snyder (Dennis).

Peter graduated from Louisiana State University with a degree in Chemistry. To fortify his educational experience, he went on to receive both Masters and Doctorate of Science degrees at Tulane University. In addition to his educational credentials, he was a Licensed Professional Engineer in the State of Louisiana. During his fulfilling career at W. S. Nelson & Company, Peter rose to Senior VP and Manager of the Environmental Engineering department.

Peter was highly respected by the New Orleans community and gave as much as he received. He was past President of the Board of Commissioners, New Orleans City Park Improvement Association and a member of the Board of Directors of the Louisiana Wildlife Federation. He was an avid outdoorsman and a proud member of Bolshi Midvid.

Many thanks to the Montgomery Family of Jayess, MS for helping Peter achieve his dream of becoming a gentleman farmer.

Anyone desiring to honor Peter may make a donation to one of the following organizations: Love Unlimited, 519 Princeton Cove, Memphis, TN 38117; Louisiana Wildlife Federation, P. O. Box 65239, Baton Rouge, LA 70896; or Friends of City Park, #1 Palm Drive, New Orleans, LA 70124

A celebration of Peter’s life will be held in early 2022.

To view and sign the guest book, please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com