Berry Read “BR” Smith

Barry Reed “BR or Buck” Smith passed away on Thursday, March 29, 2012, at OLOL.  He was 65, a native of Central and a resident of Pride.  BR was preceded in death by his parents, the Rev. Teddy Smith and Billy C. Smith, and his daughter Anna Smith Saucier.

He is survived by his long-time love, Susan; his daughters and sons-in-law, Kandyce and Brian Cowart, Randall Saucier, Aimee and Austin Berthelot, and Emily and Schott Cheatham; and grandchildren, Benjamin Saucier and Anna Hebert, Hannah and Hayden Cowart, Andon and Allie Berthelot, and Lillian and Sophie Cheatham.

BR graduated from Olla High School and attended Louisiana State University.  He served proudly in the U.S. Air Force.  He retired from ExxonMobil Chemical after 31 years of service.  He loved country music, bass fishing, deer hunting, car races, motorcycle rides, but most importantly taking care of his family.  He has enjoyed every minute of his retirement.  he will be dearly missed by all who loved and knew him. BR was known for his big generous heart and his love of life.  He continues this legacy by leaving his remains to medical research.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a visitation on Friday, April 13, 2012, from 4 p.m. until the memorial service at 6 p.m. at Blackwater United Methodist Church.  In lieu of flowers donation can be made to Blackwater United Methodist Church or The Way Church of Denham Springs.  Charlet Funeral Home is in charge of arrrangements.