Roberts Burial Association

10/31/2025

10/31/2025

Obituary Pastor Johnny Lee Smith November 28, 1941 - October 23, 2025 On behalf of the entire staff of Smith Funeral Home, New Life St Paul COGIC, the Smith-Amerson-Smith the Pitchford-Perkins Families, we respectfully acknowledge the passing of Pastor Johnny Lee Smith. Pastor Smith, 83, of Belzoni,...

10/28/2025

Bishop William Dean, Jr., Supervisor Mary Scott, and the Mississippi Northern Ecclesiastical Jurisdiction honor the memory of Pastor Johnny Lee Smith, beloved Pastor of New Life St. Paul Church of God in Christ and dedicated member of the Jurisdictional Trustee Board.

Known for lifting hearts with his signature song, “Prayer Will Fix It Every Time,” Pastor Smith reminded us all of the power of faith and the strength of prayer. His voice and service will be deeply missed, but his song and spirit live on. Our prayers are with the entire Smith family and the local church family as they navigate this time of transition.

10/28/2025

Final arrangements for Pastor Johnny Lee Smith

10/26/2025

OFFICIAL SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT 📌

10/24/2025

With deep sorrow, the National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. announces the transition of Association Member and an Education Commissioner, Dr. Kimberly D. Kelsey, mother of Association Member, Adrianna Kelsey.

The National Funeral Directors & Morticians Association, Inc. sincerely sympathizes with the Kelsey Family. May God continue to watch over you all. We give you this one thought to keep, "Although it's difficult today to see beyond sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow." Please keep her family and staff in your prayers during this difficult time.