Cecil B. Smith, age 92 of Saint Jo, TX, passed away
on Monday, July 20, 2015 in Stephenville, TX. He was one of the three sons of
Neal and Katie (Mae) Smith.
Cecil was born April 30, 1923 in Saint Jo,
TX. He served in the United States Army during World War II. During his
service, he served in the campaigns in Normandy, Northern France, Rhineland,
and Central Europe and was awarded four Bronze Service Stars for his service.
He was honorably discharged in 1945 with the rank of Private First Class. Upon
his return to Montague County, Cecil owned and operated a skating rink in Saint
Jo for many years.
Cecil is survived by his brother, Raymond
Smith of Fort Worth, TX and his nephews, Larry Smith of Seguin, TX, Jeff Smith
of Fort Worth and niece, Stacy Smith of Flower Mound, TX. He was preceded in
death by his parents Neal and Katie (Mae) Smith.
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Cecil was preceded in death by 1 brother: John C. Smith.
Cecil is survived by 1 niece: Patricia Ann Smith Harrington.
Cecil is survived by 2 nephews: Billy Ray Smith and Kevin Ray Smith.