Merlin Conrad Smith, age 97, passed away November 25, 2023 at his home. Merlin was lifelong resident of Central, Louisiana and a lifetime member of Zoar Baptist Church. He retired from Allied Chemical with 38 years of service and was a WWII Veteran having served on the USS Goshen APA 108. Merlin enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping and staying active his entire life. Merlin will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Merlin is survived by his daughters; Karen Harrison (Randy), Beth Olinde, Megan Patrick (Ronald), sister; Mary Lou Reid (Harold), grandchildren; Kadie Johnson, Casey Harrison, Kelly Olinde, Ashton Reed, as well as great grandchildren; Eli, Lola and Levie Johnson, Hunter Womack, Amelia Reed.
Merlin is preceded in death by his wife; Inez Day Smith, his parents; Philander and Rosa Mae (McCullough) Smith as well as brothers; Wendell and Millard Smith.
Relatives and friends are invited to the Chapel at Zoar Baptist Church, 11848 Hooper Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70818 , On November 29, 2023; with a visitation beginning at 9:00AM until the Funeral Service beginning at 11:00AM. A burial at Zoar Baptist Church Cemetery will immediately follow the funeral service. Pallbearers will include; Ronald Patrick, Randy Harrison, Steven Johnson, Austin Reed, Casey Harrison, and R.J. Womack.
The family would like to thank the care giver Dolly Anderman for her time and friendship to Mr. Merlin.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.centralfuneralhomela.com for the Smith family.
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