Roland D. Smith

August 15, 1951 - October 7, 2017

Roland DeWitt Smith, born August 15, 1951, went home to be with the Lord Jesus Christ on October 7, 2017. Roland married his high school sweetheart, Kathy Smith on July 24, 1970, and they spent 47 years together. His children are Kara Smith-Crews (Steve Buckland) and Dana R. Cline. Grandchildren are A.J. Crosby, Tison Crews(Chelsa), Peyton Bandy, Pierce Cribb, and Preston Cline. Sisters include Brenda Faye Smith, Gwen Hurst, Joanie Dickerson Roberts, and brothers Bob Smith(Diane), and Skeeter Smith. Roland also leaves behind several nieces, nephews, and many wonderful friends. He is predeceased by his parents Robert and Wonell Hicks Smith, sister Cenia and brother Lamar. Roland’s first passion was studing the word of God. He is remembered as a successful business owner including owning a Hair Salon, Tanning Salon, and Gym. He was a self-taught musician and enjoyed belonging to several bands throughout the years of his life. He will always be remembered as a loving husband, father & grandfather. Funeral Services will be held on Wed. 10/11/2017 at 2:00p.m. in First Baptist Church of Callahan.Interment will follow in Jones Cemetery, Callahan. Condolences may be expressed at www.callahanfh.com. Arrangements under the direction and care of Ellis & Charlotte McAninch, Callahan Funeral Home, Inc.