Arthur Carson Smith passed away on August 28, 2024. He was born on February 23, 1936 in Foreman, AR.
Carson is survived by his wife of 65 years, Helen; two daughters, Stacey Smith of Amarillo and Jennifer Rosner and husband Rich Rosner of Dallas; grandson, James Elam of Houston; granddaughters, Grace Sullivan of New York, Sarah Sullivan and Becca Sullivan, both of Dallas. He is also survived by his sister, Judy Vallee Cash and her wife, Alma of Richardson; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Carson graduated from Culver Military Academy and earned a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and a Juris Doctorate from Southern Methodist University. He founded Carson Smith and Associates, a law firm in Amarillo. He was an active member of the State Bar of Texas and served as a member and past director of the Texas Trial Lawyers Association and the Amarillo Bar Association. Carson was also a past president and member of the District 13 Grievance Committee. Additionally, he was a member of the American Trial Lawyers, a Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, and a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates and the College of the State Bar of Texas, where he served on the Board of Directors. Carson was also a member of the Lake Tanglewood Lions Club.
Carson loved to entertain, often hosting get-togethers with Helen and their mutual friends. He was an avid golfer, loved to travel, and he enjoyed reading for both pleasure and education. Carson had a lifelong passion for learning. His dedication to the law, his commitment to helping others, and his love for his family were the hallmarks of his life. He was a good man.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to your favorite charity, or the Amarillo Food Bank.
A celebration of life will be held from 4-7:00 PM, Friday, November 8, 2024 at Amarillo Botanical Gardens. Arrangements are by Boxwell Brothers Funeral Directors.
Friday, November 8, 2024
4:00 - 7:00 pm (Central time)
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