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Arthur Douglas Smith

Passed 07/25/2024

Obituary For Arthur Douglas Smith

Arthur β€œDoug” Smith, 64 a native of the Mesic Community passed Thursday, July 25, 2024, in Rosharon, TX.

Doug entered East Carolina Fall of 1979 to begin his college football career under
Legendary Coach Pat Dye and Frank Orgel. Doug played for East Carolina 1979-80.
He transferred to Auburn University, fall of 1981 to rejoin Coach Pat Dye.

Doug went on to play for the Houston Oilers for 9 years as Defensive Tackle & Defensive End retiring in 1993.

His Service is 12:00 PM, Saturday, August 10, 2024 at New Bern Eastern Missionary Baptist Headquarters, 885 Hwy. 306 North, Grantsboro, NC. A Private Interment will be held at the Mesic Memorial Cemetery, Mesic, NC.

Doug is survived by his wife, Rebecca J. Smith, of the home; sons, DeNoto (Michelle), Dougie, Harrison (Erin); daughters, Nickolette, Sierra (Duane); brothers, Clyde Smith, Jr. (Andrea), Royal Smith (Hazel), Bill Smith, Jackie Smith (Burnetta), Charles Smith (Cathy); sisters, Evelyn King, Corine Moore (James), Sherline Smith-Ned (Clement) Evangeline Moore (William); Carol Sparrow (James Jr.) and Velvet Smith; twelve grandchildren and one great grandchild.

The service may be viewed on Oscar's Mortuary Facebook Page.


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silena murrell planted 10 trees in memory of Arthur Douglas Smith . - July 29, 2024

Plant trees for Arthur Douglas Smith

R.i.p Uncle.

To our Family, Hope it help to know that God is holding our Love one Douglas in His arms, as He hold us in His Heart at this difficult time. My prayer are with you. Betti Fulford

To Our Families, Though our hearts hold deep sadness at the lost of our love one, it also hold the blessing of the life we shared, and the love that will always be a part of us. Rejoice, God has led Arthur to the rock that is higher than us, He has called a son home. With Deepest Sympathy Rev. Cornelius,& Ann Fulford

Our heartfelt condolences to the family. Hope you all find peace and comfort in this saddest time. Love from Pamela and Phillip Spellman.

I have memories to last me a lifetime of the gentle giant Doug! Family you all have my deepest sympathy.He was a real and true friend. He always gave me something to cheer about! Time to rest now Foot. Christine Moore

Prayers for Doug's family. He was a great guy. We met at ECU and played intramural basketball together. He was a true friend. Gerald Hall

May Doug's spirit rest in peace, Chuck & Charlene Canady

To the Smith Family...on behalf of the Chapman and Cox families, we pray God's peace will abide in your hearts and minds today and in all the days to come. We love you all.

Condolences and prayers to the family from the William and Denise Hollowell family.

Our prayers are with the family during this difficult time. Jordan Family

Condolences to the Smith Family. RIP Doug ##99. Never Forgetten

Sending our deepest condolences What a Gentle Giant May you rest in heaven ❀️ John Craig Jones and Wife Oriental NC

May God bless your family, you touched so many during your journey, thanks for the memories RIP #99

My prayers& condolences to the family πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½. Kim Miller& family

Continue to rest in Heaven Big Doug I will never forget you! Prayers and hugs for the family.

Lesa Farrow Jacksons

Velvet, Jack, and all of Doug's other siblings and family. I am so sorry to hear of Doug's passing. He was a giant with a generous heart who loved having a great time. I can hear his laughter as I remember the first time we met at ECU. May the memories you shared with Doug bring a smile to your face during this time. I pray that you will keep the love in your heart that Doug had for you and most that he met. He always talked about his brothers and sisters when we talked or saw each other. He was a great football player, but a greater human being that I called a friend.

Tanja Sewell Smithfield, NC

My deepest condolences to your family. What a gentle giant among men. I met him one time and he had the heart of Gold. May God bless his soul.

Doug made the connection Family. God surely knows the plan that he has for us. We are a huge family even as our friends grieve with us. Let us stay a connected chain in pray as we allow Doug to enjoy Jesus. Doug made it in his mansion.β€οΈπŸ™πŸ½ I love all of you. Retha J. Beasley

Doug made the connection Family. God surely knows the plan that he has for us. We are a huge family even as our friends grieve with us. Let us stay a connected chain in pray as we allow Doug to enjoy Jesus. Doug made it in his mansion.β€οΈπŸ™πŸ½

Vanβ€”I am so sorry to hear of your precious brother's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sabre Littleton

RIP Doug. Thoughts of comfort to your family.

From Earth to Glory may All the Work the joy the laughter bring a smile. To your heart Sending Prayers to the entire family that God will comfort you in your time of bereavement. Never. met Doug but I knew his Sister Carol and the Love when she would mention her family connect you to them Just by way of conversation God bless you All Love from Eddrenia Pridgen.

So sorry for your lost. Lewis family

Carol you and you family have our deepest condolences! PCHS Class of 1977

Our condolences thoughts, love and prayers to the Smith Family. Fly high Doug, then get your rest until that great getting up day!πŸ™Œ From the Davis/Kirkman Family!

My most heartfelt condolences to the Smith family...The Gentile Giant will be missed ... Sheryl Collins Brown and Family.

Our condolences to the Smith family on the passing of your beloved brother and favorite NFL player, Doug. Doug's fame brought honor to the Smith family, the Mesic community and to Pamlico County as well.

Gregory and Gloria Smith Russell, Williamsburg, VA formerly of Oriental, NC.

To Evangeline Smith Moore and family, the GREAT CLASS OF 1974 send our most heartfelt and sincere prayers and condolences. We are here for and with you. "Trust in the Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thine own understanding". Class of 1974

Velvet,& Jack Smith Family, my condolences to you and your family. May you find Comfort in the Lord.and know that he will carry you through your time of loss., and sorrow , Praying for strength , and endurance for the family. ( Minister Ethel Peterson)

Doug was always fun-loving, kind hearted, and respectful m; as well as being well loved and respected! We were proud to see our native son of Pamlico Co. soar to great heights! πŸ’›πŸ–€ He will be truly missed , not just for his fame, but as a friend! Forever in our hearts!!!!πŸ™πŸΎπŸ’›πŸ–€ Zelda Hudson Best & Rex Best

Very sorry to hear of Doug's passing. Always enjoyed talking to Doug. He could make you laugh. Rest in peace big fellow. Prayers to the family.

Doug was very sweet, humble and respectful and respected gentleman.We have not seen him in awhile but he was surely in our heart. Praying for the Smith Family πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ’•πŸ’―

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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