Rodney Wane Smith passed away on Tuesday, December 17, 2019. He was 64 years old. Beloved husband of Kim Milton Smith for over 40 years. Loving father of Amanda Smith Walker (Michael) and Matthew Smith (Maria). Grandfather of Thomas Walker, Anna Walker, Joshua Grande, Jacob Grande, Aubrey Smith, Emma Smith, and Matthew Smith. Brother of Randy Smith (Judy). Son of Betty Smith and the late Clinton Smith. Also survived by his nieces, nephews, family, and many friends. Rodney was a native of Monroe and resident of Mandeville. He graduated from the University of Louisiana Monroe with a degree in Construction Management. He was always passionate about his career. He worked for Ouachita Parish Public Works as an inspector for many years, and was currently employed by the Federal Emergency Management Agency as Floodplain Management Crew Leader. He was the past chairman of the Louisiana Floodplain Management Association and served as a board member from 1998-2003. When traveling to different places with FEMA, he always made time to explore the area and meet the people. Rodney was an avid golfer and sports fan, especially when it concerned LSU and the Saints. He loved to cook and listen to music. He was a loving husband, father, and “paw-paw”. Relatives and friends of the family are invited to attend the Funeral Service at ST. TIMOTHY ON THE NORTHSHORE, 335 Asbury Street, Mandeville, Louisiana, on Sunday afternoon, December 22, 2019 at 2:00. Visitation will begin in church at 1:00. Interment will be private at a later date. In lieu of flowers, contributions in his memory may be made through St. Timothy Church to the Methodist Children’s Home. An online guestbook is available at www.gracenorthshore.com.
