Oscar Smith, 76, of New Haven, departed this life January 5, 2009. He was the husband of Mary Mims Smith.
Born in Barnesville, GA, September 23, 1932, he was the son of the late Lillie Mae Ross Smith and Hatchel Wyche.
He was employed for numerous years as a Construction Worker.
In addition to his wife, he is survived by sons, Oscar Smith, Jr., Theodore Smith (Evelyn), Michael Smith (Ruby), and Duncan Smith (Granata); a stepson, Willie J. Mims; sisters, Ida Mae Gotell and Lillie Ruth Barkley; a brother, James Smith; and a host of other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by sons, Felix B. and John Henry Smith; a sister; and a brother.
A celebration of Mr. Smith's life and legacy will be held Monday, January 12, 2009, at 11:00 a.m. at Christ Chapel Church, 220 Dixwell Ave., New Haven. Friends may call at the church from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Burial will be in Hamden Plains Cemetery.
