Arthur "Al" Murl Smith

Arthur M. “Al” Smith, 89, of Jonesboro passed away Monday, July 12, 2021 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born May 7, 1932 in Jonesboro to the late Murl and Virgie Smith. Al was a member of Central Baptist Church. He was a veteran who served in the U.S. Navy and he fought in the Korean War. Al also severed as an Arkansas State Trooper for 9 years. He retired from Pellerin Milnor as a national sales director. While working for Pellerin Milnor, Al was required to travel and he flew over a million miles in 3 years. He enjoyed golfing, clothes and shoes, cars and spending time with family. Al had a Maserati sports car and placed it in several car shows including one at ASU.

In addition to his parents, Al was preceded in death by a son, Brandon Smith.

Survivors include his wife of 65 years, Donna Smith of the home; 2 daughters, Tracy (Jeff) Holt, Tammy Smith and her fiancé Darrell Wilson ; sister, Barbara (L.J.) Boyd; 3 grandchildren, Tanner Holt, Lauren Clark, Haven Smith; 2 great grandchildren, Mace Clark, Maxx Clark and his dog, Ozzy Smith all of Jonesboro.

Funeral service will be Thursday, July 15, 2021 at 2:00 pm in Emerson Memorial Chapel with Bro. Mike Martin officiating. Burial will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 1:00-2:00 pm prior to the service.

For lasting memorials the family asks that consideration be given to the American Heart Association, heart.org/donate or a charity of your choice.