Funeral services for Mr. Chester “Buddy” Smith, of Winona, will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 23, 2024, at Winona Church of God. Burial will follow in the church cemetery. Rev. Ricky Cook and Rev. John Lumbley will officiate the service. Pallbearers will be Bryan Holmes, Logan Burrell, Dylan Burrell, Layland Smith, Jeff Lindley, and Sam Seymour. Shannon Dunn will serve as honorary pallbearer.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, October 22, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Oliver Funeral Home and Wednesday, October 23, from 9:00 a.m. until service time at Winona Church of God.
Mr. Chester Smith, 86, passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024, at his home in Winona. He was born to Lacy Lee and Regina Loyce Smith on July 2, 1938. Prior to retiring he owned and operated Campbell Hill Grocery in Winona. He attended Winona Church of God.
He is survived by his wife, Shirley Lindley Smith of Winona; two sons, Ricky Smith and Stacy Smith (Dionne) both of Winona; four grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by five sisters and two brothers.
Shirley, Ricky and Stacy: We are so very sorry to hear about Chester. He has been such a good friend to us and so many others. He will be missed! If you need anything please don’t hesitate to to let us know. Love y’all. Love in Christ, Dennis and Deborah
So sorry to hear about Bro Chester. I loved being his pastor a few years ago, our visits and lunch with he and Sis Shirley was always a highlight of my day. Love and prayers to the family!
So sorry to see this. I grew up at Cascilla with Buddy and his family many prayers for all of you especially Shirley Joyce Allbritton Buice