Dr. Thomas Carter Smith
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Mar 30th, 2016
- Death Date: Mar 30, 2016
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Biography: Dr. Thomas Carter Smith, 62, died March 30th, 2016, at St. Vincent's Hospital surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 10th, 1953, in Texarkana, Texas, to Charles and Genevieve Smith. He is survived by his wife, Dr. Kathleen Smith; sons Patrick (Lauren), Stillwater, OK; Daniel, Little Rock; and daughter, Kaitlin, also of Little Rock; and her fianc?e, Alex Long; brother, Jay Smith, Bella Vista, AR; sister, Cindy McMahon, San Bernadino, CA: parents-in-law, Drs. Patrick and Delores Doyle, Murfreesboro, TN; brothers-in-law Brad McMahon, Shawn, and Tim Doyle; sisters-in-law Celeste Smith, Kris Doyle, and Tamara Davenport; and numerous nephews and nieces. Dr. Smith was preceded in death by his parents; grandparents, Jay and Elizabeth Smith and Charles and Kathleen Smith; and nephew, Scott Gregory. He earned his B.S. degree at Hendrix College; M.S. degree at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville; and DDS from the University of Tennessee College for Health Sciences, Memphis. Dr. Smith practiced dentistry in Little Rock for the past thirty-two years. He was a member of Christ Lutheran Church, the Rotary Club of West Little Rock, Arkansas State Dental Association, and the Pierre Fauchard Academy. He was a Paul Harris Fellow. He was an active leader in The Boy Scouts of America, and mentored nearly fifty young men on their journey to attain the rank of Eagle Scout. Dr. Smith enjoyed spending time with his family, gardening, playing bridge, and traveling. Visitation will be from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 1st at Ruebel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be held at Christ Lutheran Church at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 2nd. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Boy Scout Troop 30 at Saint Paul United Methodist Church or the Christ Lutheran Midtown Gardens. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, www.ruebelfuneralhome.com
Condolences(51)
Steven Wilkinson
#51
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dear Kathy, I just moved back from California and was going to setup an appointment to see Dr. Smith when I searched for him. I am so very sorry to hear of his death. I so enjoyed talking to him about Boy Scouts, brewing beer and the pottery I made for you guys. God's blessings upon you and your family. What a day it will be, when we all get to heaven!
Terry Barket
#50
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dear Kathy and Family:
You have been close in my thoughts, prayers and heart.
Peace.
Terry Barket and Family
You have been close in my thoughts, prayers and heart.
Peace.
Terry Barket and Family
Wanza Bryan Good
#49
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I'm so sorry, I meant Great Great Grandfather. I'm pretty sure that Dr. Charles Adna Smith was his Great Great Grandfather. Very sorry for the mistake in my first entry.
Thank you!
Wanza Good - originally from Texarkana, AR.
Thank you!
Wanza Good - originally from Texarkana, AR.
Wanza Bryan Good
#48
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dr. Smith seems like such a good man. I wish I could have gotten to know him. I grew up by the old Cotton Belt Railroad Hospital in Texarkana, AR., which his great grandfather (Dr. Charles Adna Smith Sr.) had built, and established there in 1904. He was a great hero to many people back in the early days of railroading. I guess heroes run in this family, because I can see here that Dr. Thomas Carter Smith was a hero too. I can also see that he is leaving behind a great legacy, and family just like his fathers before him. May God bless all of his family, and friends at this time, and forward with many blessings in Christ now, and always.
Love, Wanza Good. <3
Love, Wanza Good. <3
Charlie Schlumberger
#47
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy, I hurt and hurt for you and your family over your loss of beloved Tom. He was - and is - such a dear and valued friend to me, ever since our days at Catholic High. Tom's example of love and sharing will live forever. May time heal your grief and leave only the wonderful memories you always will have. Love, blessings and prayers, Charlie.
Kermie Gladstone
#46
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy,
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Smith. I am thinking of you and your family and pray that the Lord will be with you and give you peace during this time. You and Dr. Smith were a very special team who made a difference in so many lives.
I am so sorry to hear about Dr. Smith. I am thinking of you and your family and pray that the Lord will be with you and give you peace during this time. You and Dr. Smith were a very special team who made a difference in so many lives.
Ed and Bonnie Harvey
#45
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dr. Smith was a very special person. Through the years we have enjoyed a relationship with him as a professional outstanding gentleman. With deep affection Bonnie Harvey, Jill Pryor, Adams Pryor, Porter Pryor
Sherry Gibson/Sandra Herrod
#44
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. He was a fine Christian Man, Family Man and Dentist to many people.
Mary and Louis Burnett
#43
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
We loved him very much. He will eternally be in our daily prayers. Tom was a wonderful friend, husband, father, and mentor. He is with Our Lord today.
Bill Barger
#42
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I apologize that I could not attend the service and the long line at the visitation prevented me from staying. Tom made everyone's life better, including mine. Take heart that we will see him again someday. My prayers and sympathies are for his family.
Nancy Tippit
#41
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Sincerely,
Monica Whitwell & Nancy Tippit
Sincerely,
Monica Whitwell & Nancy Tippit
Karen Suen
#40
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am so sorry to hear of Tom's death. He was my son's Eagle Scout Project coordinator. He was great! Also knew him growing up in Little Rock. Consistently a fine man, proud father, and great role model in our scout troop. My sympathy to you all in this sad time. He was admired by many......
Ron Rosen
#39
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I had not seen or communicated with Tom since graduating from Hendrix College many years ago, and was quite shocked to learn about his passing. Time seems to get away from you.
Scott & Tammy Haggard
#38
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy, Jay, Cindy and family, May God wrap His loving arms around you and give you Comfort and Peace. We are so sorry to hear the news of Tom. What a great dentist and man. He will be missed.
Steve & Teri Patrick
#37
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
How could you not love Tom and Kathy Smith and their entire staff. They were a family and not a business. That's how we felt each time we walked into Heights Dental Clinic. Tom's honest compassion, good humor, were exceeded only by his professional expertise. We were lucky to have known him. Our hearts are heavy. Deepest sympathies to all the family and staff.
Steve & Teri Patrick
Steve & Teri Patrick
Morgan Buckner
#36
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
This man was my dentist the whole time that I have lived in LR. I'm very sad. He knew me from the beginning and was always very nice to me. I will miss him. Prayers for the family.
Jim, Lou Ann, & Sean Cauthron
#35
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy and family,
Shocked to hear the news of Dr. Smiths death. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Shocked to hear the news of Dr. Smiths death. Our hearts and prayers are with you and your family. May God bless you during this difficult time.
Buster & Billie Beardsley
#34
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy and all of your family,
We are so sad about Tom. I could fill this comment area many times about Tom, his family and his friends. I am asking for God to place his healing hand on all of us. He was truly one of a kind.
God Bless all of you,
Buster and Bille Beardsley
We are so sad about Tom. I could fill this comment area many times about Tom, his family and his friends. I am asking for God to place his healing hand on all of us. He was truly one of a kind.
God Bless all of you,
Buster and Bille Beardsley
Joshua Bentley and Melanie Boss
#33
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our deepest condolences, we will always be thankful for Dr. Smith, and are so sorry for your loss. Wishing nothing but love and peace for you and your family.
Elizabeth Deal Miller
#32
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I grew up with Cindy, Tom and Jay - our families were friends. I have lots of memories of good times at the house on Ken Circle. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of the family.
Ray ,Suzie and Joey Beard
#31
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Kurt Jansen
#30
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our entire family, most of them Dr. Smiths's patients, are keeping you, Kathy, and the rest of the family in our prayers. More than a great doctor he was a great friend!
Mark Zoeller
#29
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during such a difficult time. Tom was a fine man and friend and colleague. He will be truly missed but never forgotten.
Mark Zoeller
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during such a difficult time. Tom was a fine man and friend and colleague. He will be truly missed but never forgotten.
Mark Zoeller
Charles Lincoln
#28
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to Tom?s family. I was 2 years behind Tom at Hendrix and have many fond memories. May he rest in peace!
Dawn Scott
#27
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am still in shock, and I will miss Dr. Smith so much. I am praying constantly for you all.
Dee Hickman
#26
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy and family,
Holley and I are so sad. Please accept our deepest condolences and know you are in our prayers. Praying for you to have peace and grace in the weeks and months to come.
Dee and Holley
Holley and I are so sad. Please accept our deepest condolences and know you are in our prayers. Praying for you to have peace and grace in the weeks and months to come.
Dee and Holley
Brian Munsey
#25
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I am shocked and so saddened to see this. My prayers to Kathy and the family as well as the great staff at the clinic. God Bless and comfort all of you.
Everett Ham
#24
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
May you find peace dealing with this loss. Know that many, many people share your grief and most importantly, your love for a great guy.
Morgan and Sammy Gregory
#23
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy, Family, and Staff of Heights Family Dental, our hearts are lifted up in prayer for you, we are so incredibly saddened to hear of Tom's passing. He was a great man and a wonderful dentist. He will always be remembered as such! Prayers for comfort in the coming days for you all!
Wade Glena Bratton
#22
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our condolences to the family. Very sorry we are unable to attend the services.
Wade Glena
Wade Glena
Jeff Palmer
#21
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
We are shocked and saddened by this news. You are all in our thoughts.
Janice Griffin
#20
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Sending love and prayers to the family and friends of Dr. Smith. 🙏. So sorry to hear this sad news. Dr. Smith was a very kind and sweet man and will be missed by so many patients.
Randy & Norma Goetz
#19
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy, Patrick, Daniel, Kaitlin and family, we send our prayers and hugs on hearing of Tom's passing. It was a joy to be fellow members with him and all of you at Christ Lutheran. May our dear Lord guide and comfort you in each new day ahead.
Long Family
#18
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy, Patrick, Dan & Kaitlin -
We are so sorry for the loss of Tom, but also celebrate the fact that he, and all of you, became a part of our lives and had such an influence on Alex.
You all will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
His was a life well-lived and he was a man much-loved.
We are so sorry for the loss of Tom, but also celebrate the fact that he, and all of you, became a part of our lives and had such an influence on Alex.
You all will remain in our thoughts and prayers.
His was a life well-lived and he was a man much-loved.
Gail Isenman
#17
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dear Kathy and family. I'm so sorry to hear of Dr. Smith's death. My prayers and thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. May God's arms surround and protect you.
Beverly S. Clark
#16
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My heart is broken. My thoughts and prayers are with both his families, as his office staff are not only like a family to him, but to the patients as well. There will be a void in my heart as I have lost a friend and a great man. Thank you, Dr. Tom, for your kindness, friendship and movie reviews. You will be missed. Much love to both families.
Gerre Nilles
#15
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
I was so saddened to read of your loss this morning. Dr Smith obviously leaves a great legacy of good works in this world. I pray for peace and strength for all of your family, Kathy.
Lew Block
#14
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Tom was one of the finest men I've ever know. A true gentleman & a great dentist.
Billy and Sally Tarpley
#13
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Tom was a good friend and a great leader within the Arkansas State Dental Association. His tireless efforts were always directed toward serving others, and his leadership of state chapter of Pierre Fauchard Academy aimed for the highest levels of involvement. Tom was well loved among his colleagues, and he will be missed. Our love to you, Dr. Kathy, and to Patrick, Daniel, Kaitlin and the family.
Don Phillips
#12
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
My sincere condolences to the family of my good friend Tom
We served on the Board of Health together and were fellow Rotarians.
We will Miss Tom.
We served on the Board of Health together and were fellow Rotarians.
We will Miss Tom.
Greg Bryant
#11
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
We are shocked and saddened to read Dr Smith's. Our deepest condolences to Kathy and family. Greg, Larkin, Teddy, Jack and Will Bryant.
Skip Clemmons, Susan Day, and Colin Clemmons
#10
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dr. Tom was a giant of a man and might have been the most effective Eagle Scout project counselor in the US, in the subtle way that only a student of the Scouting program could appreciate. In a setting where less is more, he did the minimum possible to enable the boy himself to organize, plan, and execute a project that would define a young man's legacy for many years. Many of these projects are remarkably ambitious and you can see a portfolio of Dr. Tom's T30 legacy at Conner Park where every bridge and improvement bears the mark of his gentle guidance and powerful impact. We raised two Eagle Scouts thanks to him and would like to thank the Smith family for sharing him with us
Helena & Gerry Schulze
#9
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Dearest Cathy, Patrick, Daniel and Kaitlyn. We were deeply saddened to learn of the sudden passing of Dr. Tom Smith, a good friend, a dedicated scouter, and a mentor to many young men, including Benjamin our son. Tom mentored many young boys through scouting, and was so active in Ben?s Eagle Project. Tom was a tireless leader of young Scouts on their path to Eagle. I was privileged to partner with him in preparing boys for the journey toward Eagle. He would help them with project development, planning, and implementation. I would make sure that their advancement and paperwork was completed, with a little nagging thrown in for good measure. Tom?s example encouraged me to continue mentoring youth long after Benjamin proceeded on from scouting. Ben actually continued his involvement with Troop 30, long after his peers had left, due to Tom's example. I am truly grateful to Tom for his encouragement and guidance of my son through his Eagle Project at Conner Park. I can go there and see what he and Ben accomplished.
I feel as if we have lost a vital part and such giving energy of our Troop. I have lost my good friend. I am only consoled by the thought of the legacy Tom has left with the young men he mentored. All our Love and Prayers, Helena, Gerry, Christopher and Benjamin Schulze
I feel as if we have lost a vital part and such giving energy of our Troop. I have lost my good friend. I am only consoled by the thought of the legacy Tom has left with the young men he mentored. All our Love and Prayers, Helena, Gerry, Christopher and Benjamin Schulze
Brent and Tandy Miller
#8
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy and kids our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. Dr Tom was such a special man and was responsible for mentoring so many young men in Troop 30 helping them achieve Eagle Scout rank. God has gained such a special angel.
Shannon & Geoff Gwinn
#7
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
We are so sorry for your loss. Tom was the greatest Rotarian and truly lived the four-way test.
Dr. Al and Debby (Eubanks) Gordon
#6
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. I remember Tom well from Hendrix; always smiling, friendly and a quick wit. He was an upper classman to me (Debby) and he was always kind. Continued prayers in the coming days and months.
Ron and Nancy Clark
#5
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
May God give you comfort and peace. In the midst of your tears remember all the happy times and the love you shared.
Bill and Pam Neal
#4
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Pam and I want to express our condolences to Kathy and the entire Smith family in this time of loss. We know that your faith will keep you strong through this difficult time. Tom was considered by us to be a true friend both in and out of scouting. We will keep you in our prayers.
Kent Wilson
#3
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy, Patrick, Daniel and Kaitlin, my prayers are with you during this difficult time. I will always remember the great times I had with Tom growing up and the fun we had at the lake every summer, I will also remember him for his enduring work ethic and integrity.
Love,
Kent Wilson
Love,
Kent Wilson
Kimberly Smith-Britten
#2
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Many condolences. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Smith family.
Love,
Kimberly, Wes and Charlotte
Love,
Kimberly, Wes and Charlotte
Don and Andrea Campbell
#1
Mar 15th, 2019 11:44 am
Kathy, Patrick, Daniel and Kaitlin, we cannot feel your pain and loss, but we want to support you through this difficult time. Much love to all of you and rejoice in Tom's legacy through his family and all the lives he helped shape.