Lewis Smith Obituary

Smith, Lewis P. Was born on September 26, 1925 in Chicago, IL. The only child of Louis O. Smith and Sadie Marie (King) Smith. Lewis attended Chicago Public Schools, Forestville Elementary and Dusable High School. He served as a Staff SGT. in the 496th Amphibian Truck Company in the US Army 1945-1946. He had a variety of occupations until he settled on the Chicago Police Department. Rising to the rank of Sargent. He served 1955-1984. Receiving many awards and accommodations in the process. He was a member of The Chicago Police Sergeants Association. He entered into marriage with Nettie F. (Hardy) Smith in November 1970. Instantly becoming a family with Nettie, Derian and Lauren. They were members of Liberty Baptist Church. His was a man of the city affectionately known as Brother, Sgt, or Smitty to his many friends and family. His favorite pass times included traveling, contributing to the community through an annual 4th of July picnic given by the Lakewood Neighborhood Association of which he was the only member and of course golf. He was a buisnesman owning several buisness in his lifetime. Lewis and Nettie retired to Las Vegas, NV in 1998. The enjoyed fellowship at The Lakes Lutheran Church as well as spending time with their many Chicago friends in the area until Nettie's passing in 2006. Lewis leaves to cherish his memory: daughers Derian King, Lauren K. Smith, M.D. (D'waine Bobo, M.D.), Grandaughters Slena King and Kendall Bobo and a host of family and friends.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 9, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Lewis Smith

11 Entries

Dustin Douglas

November 29, 2011

Derian & Family, There are so many words to express the love and respect that we all shared for your father. Though those perfect words escape us, the cherished memories do not. Please do not hesitate to let us know if there is anything that we can do to help in this time. From the entirety of our family, we send out heartfelt condolences.
The Douglas Family

Kirk Willis

November 11, 2011

I had the opportunity to meet and know Sgt Smith during my tenure at the 21st District in the mid-late 70's early 80's. Smitty was always upbeat and pleasant. He was a true community servant...helped keep East 47th a viable business street. He was concerned about the have not's in the Oakland community and concentrated his community aides there. He should have been the commander of the 21st District...he truly cared about people.
May he rest in peace, Amen.

November 10, 2011

may god give your strenght doing this time. My prays are with you and your family.

Amy Jones, Stroger Hospital

November 10, 2011

I will solely miss my buddy Smitty. We began our careers in the Wabash district. I am very sadden and send prayerful condolences. Roosevelt and Barbara Lowe (Chicago,Il)

Clayon Sherer

November 10, 2011

to the Smith family: The good Lord has re-united Lewis and Nettie in the kingdom of heaven and has kept their spirits alive in all of us. May God bless the family in this very trying time. Lewis and I were good friends and he will be missed by all who knew him and loved him.

Linda Andrews

November 10, 2011

Dearest Lauren and Derian, I am so very thankful I had an opportunity to share in the life of Lewis P Smith even if it was for but a short period. I am thankful God allowed me to cross his path in life as he and I shared in stories of your precious Mother and the joy you all have brought him.

I wish I could say we were the best of friends yet, we only knew each other for a short time however, he chose ME to share warm thoughts of his family so that I can in-turn comfort you!

I think he may have seen integrity and felt "free" enough to allow me into a little of his past, present and future. With that said, we all are a little happier in this life to have encountered such a man known as Lewis P Smith.

May God continue to bless you both and we all shall keep his memory alive! Love in Christ.......Linda Andrews

Elliott Mathews Sr

November 9, 2011

Lauren and Family,
From our family to your family, you have our deepest condolences.

Elliott and Jackie Mathews,
Chicago, Il.

Stephanie Ward

November 9, 2011

Lauren and family, I never met your father but enjoyed the wonderful stories you shared with me about him. Your love and respect for him was so deep. I would have loved to have met him. Our prayers are going up here in Tracy for you and everyone who will miss this great man!

Love The Wards

Lucille Burris

November 9, 2011

Lauren please accept our deepest condolences, please call me I would love to speak to with I'm a relative of Smitty. Lucille Burris @773-745-5656. Thank you.

Fr. Dan Brandt

November 9, 2011

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Lewis will be remembered at our next Police Mass (this Sunday, 13 NOV, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd). In the meantime, may his family know the healing touch of Jesus Christ! [Police Chaplains Ministry: 312/738-7588]

Bernice Jones

November 8, 2011

Lauren and Family, May the thought of your Dad in perfect peace bring you comfort. My wish is that warm memories of your Dad will soon bring sunshine and smiles. Take care!

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