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Curtis Arthur Smith, 94, of Century, Fla., passed away on Feb. 23, 2021.

He served in the United States Army during World War II and as the constable of the Escambia County Sheriff’s Department for many years.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Edna Luverne “Sis” Smith; and his brothers, Jack Smith, Walter Smith, Winegair Smith, James Smith and Charles Smith.

He is survived by his son, Curtis Edward Smith of Byrneville, Fla.; his sister, Susie Smith Bell of Byrneville; his grandchildren, Brandon (Deadria) Smith and Rachael Smith (David Spicer); his great-grandchildren, Julianna, Samantha, Dalton, Brayden, Weston and Lilah-May; and numerous nieces, nephews, family and friends.

Funeral service was held on Feb. 25, 2021 at Johnson-Quimby Funeral Home Chapel with Bro. Mitch Herring officiating. Interment followed at Beulah Chapel Assembly of God Cemetery in Byrneville.