He was born March 12, 1939 in Moberly, MO, a son of the late William G. Smith and Elma M. (Williams) Hannah-Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his two older brothers, Harold and Willie Hannah.
Surviving are his wife of 39 years, Lorraine (Connor) Smith, whom he married on September 27, 1979; three daughters Ms. Ann Sydnor of Columbia, MO; Mrs. Alicia Alexander of Decatur, IL; Ms. Cassandra Gregory of Georgetown, TX; a son Mr. Carl G. Smith Sr of Frederick, MD and four grandchildren, Torrie Thorpe, Tres’joli Smith, Seth Smith and Taylor Stolley. Five great grandchildren and a host of other cousins, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, great nieces, nephews and great nephews.
Carl was known by so many and was loved by all who came in contact with him. He was a man who was an excellent father, grandfather, brother, uncle, brother-in-law, cousin, friend and all-around hard worker. He loved his family and God and was a great example and role model of a Christian man who was honest and sincere.
One of Carl’s favorite enjoyments in life was to play golf. He was a frequent golf player and acquired many golf “buddies” during his time. He was a loyal and active member of the Par Tamers Golf Club, located in Decatur, IL.
Carl worked as a Division of Road Foreman of Engines for Norfolk and Southern Railroad and he retired in 1995 after 26 remarkable years. He served his country in the U.S. Navy for four years.
Carl was a faithful and devoted member of Sweet Home Baptist Church where he sang with the basses and baritones in the Men of Worship Choir.
While in Illinois, Carl was a member of John C. Ellis Lodge No. 17, Free & Accepted Mason, PHA, Decatur, IL. He served as the Junior Warden and then Senior Warden before serving as the Worship Master in 2013 - 2014.
Being very proud of being a York Rite Mason, Carl also served as a Past High Priest, Past Trice Illustrious Master, and Past Eminent Commander. Having the same pride in being a Scottish Rite Mason, regularly reminisced of the day he joined Menelik Consistory #49 on October 10, 2012. Due to his work ethic and Masonic accomplishments he was invited to become a Grand Inspector General, (33rd Degree Mason,) on March 30, 2016. He was truly a missed member of the Illinois Prince Hall Masonic Family.
Upon retiring to Georgetown, Texas Past Master Carl Smith transferred his membership to:
Mount Bonnell Lodge No. 2, Free & Accepted Mason, PHA, Austin, Texas.
Madison Square Chapter No. 39, Holy Royal Arch Masons, Austin, Texas.
Golden Trowel Council No. 11, Royal & Select Masters, Austin, Texas.
W.R Conley Commandery No. 35, Knights Templar, Austin, Texas.
He often gave his time, wisdom, and great council to the Austin Texas PHA family. He served all bodies with the same zeal and commitment in both Illinois and Texas.
Friends will be received on Saturday, February 16, 2019 at Sweet Home Baptist Church, 3200 Sunrise Rd., Round Rock, TX 78665 for a public viewing from 12:00 to 1:00 pm with the memorial and repast immediately following, with Dr. Dante D. Wright I, officiating. Military honors by the US Navy will occur at this time.
The burial will be on Tuesday Feb. 19, 2019 at 10:00 am at the Central Texas State Veterans Cemetery, 11463 TX-195, Killeen, TX 76542. The funeral procession will depart from Cook-Walden Davis Funeral Home, 2900 Williams Dr. Georgetown, TX. 78628 promptly at 9:00 am.
The family would like to thank Seton Medical Center Williamson, Round Rock, TX, Williamson County Sheriff’s Office and the Georgetown 911 Emergency Services. A special thanks to Bruce and Lilly Cobbs, Brenda and Jeff Madden, N’dera Cobbs, Otho and Shontell Wilbur, Dr. Dante D. Wright I, and Bobby Ray Williams.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed in Carl’s memory to the American Heart Association.
