Byron Laurice Smith

Birth date: Jun 9, 1960 Death date: Jun 17, 2024

Byron Smith, 64, of Columbia, passed away on Monday, June 17, 2024, at his home. Services will be held on Tuesday, July 2, 2024 at 12:00 PM at Broadway Christian Church in Columbia. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Read Obituary

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Catherine Parke

62w ago

Dear Byron and your Family: You are forever the complete artist in many media (oil, watercolor, casein, printmaking, photography) and forms (landscape, portrait, figure drawing & painting), and in the human arts of friendship, strength, gentleness, generosity, humility, intelligence, humor, and your openhearted teaching of young people. Love, Catherine Parke

My adult children, Ann and James, who knew Byron throughout their years growing up in Columbia, MO, send these words: Byron was such a kind person and an incredible artist. We were lucky to have had the opportunity to know him.

Beth Pike

65w ago

in honor of Byron.

I'll miss Byron. He was a bright light in this world, in addition to his brilliance as an artist. A friend to all he met. My condolences to his family and all who loved him.

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Karen Williams

65w ago

My dear cousin, I will truly miss you. Who knew that one day, I would not be able to text you daily? I will always cherish all of your texts in my heart. We always talked about family; you were miles away, but not in heart. They said blood is thicker than water, and nothing is thicker than love. We had both the blood and love for each other. You are gone, but you will never be forgotten.

Suzette Miller

65w ago

in honor of Byron.

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Karen Williams

65w ago

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Debra Jordan

65w ago

in honor of Byron.

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65w ago

Sent a Treasured Lilies Spray to the Smith family.

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Sheila Marushak

65w ago

My sincere condolences to his family. I worked with Byron at MU School of Health Professions (now College of Health Sciences) just prior to his retirement when he was doing the countdown dance. He was so warm and welcoming on my first day of a new job. He shared insights about the buildings and people he cared for during his 40 years as an MU employee to help me get oriented. He was conscientious, reliable, and obviously took pride in his work although it wasn't his true passion. I learned about his love of painting and he gave me a few book recommendations as a fellow history buff. After he retired, my husband and I attended First Friday at the Orr Street Studios where he exhibited his gallery of paintings. His eyes lit up when he was talking about technique and inspiration for his creative endeavors. His business card with a lovely design will be a cherished memento and reminder of his gentle spirit and friendship. He was a softspoken, talented artist who expressed beauty through his paint brush and I am lucky we crossed paths. Rest in peace, Byron.

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65w ago

Sent a Tender Tribute to the Smith family.

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Beverly Collins-Chikasu

65w ago

in honor of Byron.

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