Surrounded by family and love, Pierre Andre “Pepe” Smith passed away peacefully in his home on Wednesday, February 16, 2022. He was 59 years old. Memories of Pierre will forever be cherished by his wife Carolyn Sanders; his children Marisha (Eddie) Boyce, Tazya (Mark) Young, Danteria Chopin, and his 12 grandchildren.
Pierre is loved and survived by his Russell and Smith siblings Charlotte, Zina (Maurice), Shirley Kim, Art (Lynette), Taft, Consuella, Aleta, Jamaine, Addie, and Dante; his brothers-in-law Anthony Matthews, Leroy, Leo “Pig” and Joseph Sanders; his sisters-in-law Kathy Russell, Rose, Betty Jean, Barbara, Joanne “Buck,” Deborah, and Joann Sanders. He is also survived by his uncle Robert Crawford and an abundance of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Celebration of Life Service at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at Oakland Baptist Church, 825 Rev. Richard Wilson Dr., Kenner, LA, 70062. Rev. Charles Hurst-Officiating. In accordance with the CDC guidelines for COVID-19, all in attendance must wear a mask and practice social distancing. Visitation is from 9-11 a.m., with service immediately following. Interment in New Sarpy Cemetery. Professional Services entrusted to Patrick H. Sanders Funeral Home & Funeral Directors, Inc. 605 Main Street, LA, 70068. For Information 985-359-1919. “Providing Care & Comfort is Our Highest".
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