Smiley Barney Whittington, III

Smiley Barney Whittington, III passed away peacefully on July 14, 2020 at the age of 77. A native of Gloster, Mississippi, Smiley was born to the late Smiley Barney Whittington II and Lou Shelton Ewing Whittington.

He is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Jean Ann Whittington; his sons, Scott Whittington and Todd Whittington (Janea); grandchildren, Bryan Whittington, Caity Whittington, Brayton Whittington; his great-grandson, Trey; sister, Linda Whittington and niece, Sarah Clardy (Matt). He is also survived by his stepchildren, Jeannine Campeaux (Gene), Nicole Hazard (Nick) and Gerard Raymond (Tara); and step-grandchildren, Jason, Catherine, Gabby, Patrick, Sarah, Mina, Sofia and Sophie.

Smiley was Vice President at Wall Shipyard, Barnett Marine and National Marine where he handled a vast array of responsibilities including repairs, new construction, estimating and engineering even later on becoming a marine surveyor. He was a member of the Marine Club, the Mark Twain Club, Past President of the Harvey Canal Industrial Association and the Jaycees.

Masonic History: Smiley was raised in 1974 in William D. White Lodge #408 and was a member of Independence Lodge #458, Albany Lodge #466, and Marrero Lodge #479. He became a member of the Scottish Rite Masons, Valley of New Orleans in 1974 where he rose to the rank of 32nd degree mason. He joined the Jerusalem Shriners in 1974, where he was very active, and was a key participant in the annual Shrine Circus, helping to make it successful each year. He became a member of the Royal Order of Jesters in 1979, where he was aptly nicknamed, “Mr. Laughter”. Smiley served as Worshipful Master of Albany Lodge #466 in 2003 and is a Past-President and long-serving Treasurer of the New Orleans High-12. He also served 17th District as DDGL for 4 years and received the highest honor for Demolay International.

Smiley lived up to his name, always with a smile on his face, and a very kind presence. He will be deeply missed by all. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to Shriner’s Hospital for Children at donate.lovetotherescue.org or to the Masonic Charity at [email protected].

Due to the current restrictions, private services will be held at this time; although the family invites you to express your fond thoughts, memories and condolences online at lakelawnmetairie.com.