Ernest Joseph Smith, III, 57, died Friday, June 18, 2021. Born April 13, 1964 he was a native of Thibodaux, Louisiana and resident of Lafayette, Louisiana.
He is survived by his sons, Tremaine Cooks, Quiente Smith, Quentelle Smith; brother, Eric C. Smith, sister, Demetrius Sylvester; mother, Helen Brown Smith Southall.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Ernest Smith, II; grandmother, Ruby Brown.
Private services to be held.
Ordoyne Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.