Cornelius Smith III Obituary
The world bids farewell to Cornelius Smith III (Temple, Texas), departing on January 10, 2025 at the age of 56. Cornelius leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Cornelius Smith III to show support.
He was predeceased by: his father Cornelius Smith; and his daughter Alariona Smith. He is survived by: his mother Earnestine Smith Jr. of Temple, Texas; his wife Misti Cohorn-Smith of Temple, Texas; his children, Kobe Smith of Temple, Jared Smith of Temple, Calvin Hill of Temple, Caleb Smith of Fort Worth, Texas, Corneisha Bellardini of Kaiserslautern, Kensha Taplin of Temple and Nakayla Smith; his sister Dr. LaShonda Smith-Gilmore (Robert) of Mansfield, Texas; his uncles, Juan Ellis and Wallace Ellis; and his niece Brooke Gilmore. He is also survived by cousins, family, and friends.
Visitation was held on Saturday, January 18th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Branford Dawson Funeral Home Inc. (718 S 7th St, Temple, TX 76504). A funeral service was held on Saturday, January 18th 2025 at 12:00 PM at the same location.
