edward dudley smitherman

He liked to fish and retired after 38 years from the City of Springfield as the Water Maintenance Supervisor. He loved to preach the gospel and was a longtime member, over 60 years, of Springfield Community Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Euretha Paul Smitherman; five brothers, and five sisters.
Those left to cherish Buddy’s memory include his children, Aletha Wilson, Janice Scurlock (James Scurlock), James Curtis Smitherman, and Patricia Nelson (Robbie Nelson); six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and sister, Clara Daniels Jones (Terry Jones).
Private family visitation will be held Wednesday at Heritage Funeral Home. Private family Graveside Service will be held at Lynn Haven Cemetery. A Celebration of Buddy's Life will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Springfield Community Church Building Fund.
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