Fry Smith Funeral Home and Cremation Service

02/13/2026

For those who have lost a spouse or partner, Valentine's Day can be a painful reminder of what used to be. If you are dreading the holiday, take a look at these 6 ways to combat loneliness on Valentine's Day and see if any will help you get through the day with a positive outlook.

Are you experiencing loneliness on Valentine's Day following the loss of a spouse or partner? Here are six activities that may help you.

02/12/2026

https://www.fry-smith.com/obituaries/artemio-quintanilla

View Artemio Quintanilla Jr.'s obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

02/11/2026

Preplanning may seem like a complicated process, but really, it’s as easy as 1-2-3!

1. Call us at 325.554.7404 to schedule a chat
2. Discuss your options with our Preplanning Specialist
3. Create a plan and gain peace of mind that things are taken care of

That’s it! Simple, easy, and meaningful - start planning today and give your family the gift of knowing that everything is taken care of.

02/09/2026

🚨Our WEBSITE is DOWN!!🚨 We are aware of this problem and have done what we can to fix the issue, but apparently it could be another 48 hours for it to go live again. *** Alvin Sargent service info: Visitation- Monday the 9th from 5-7pm at Fry-Smith Funeral Home. Funeral Service- Tuesday the 10th at Ovalo Baptist Church at 1:00pm

02/09/2026

02/06/2026

In today's world, where many of us would rather avoid the topic of death in every way, people don't realize why the funeral matters and the important role it plays in grief and healing. If you'd like to learn more about the value of having a service to meaningful honor a loved one's life, click the link to learn about 4 reasons why the funeral matters!

Many people don't realize the value of the funeral and the role it plays in healing. Click to learn why 4 reasons why the funeral matters!

02/05/2026

https://www.fry-smith.com/obituaries/alvin-sargent

View Alvin Ray Sargent's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

02/02/2026

Did you know that Groundhog Day stems from the holiday Candlemas? Apparently, a superstition in Germany stated that if an animal saw its shadow on Candlemas (February 2), there would be six more weeks of winter. When settlers came to the United States, they brought the practice with them! Do you know any other random facts about Groundhog Day?

02/01/2026

This month, we celebrate the amazing achievements and contributions of African Americans and recognize their strength, resilience, and accomplishments through every challenge. We're particularly grateful to Garrett Morgan, who invented the three-light traffic signal (red, yellow, green), for making our streets so much safer, even 100 years later!

01/30/2026

Offering condolences can feel a little uncomfortable, especially when you're not sure what to say. But with a little knowledge and a dose of compassion, you can send a meaningful message. For help with sending condolences via text or direct message, click the link!

Would you like to send a condolence to a friend via text message or DM? Check out this article for sample text and etiquette tips!

01/28/2026

Did you know that your beneficiaries supersede your legal will? In other words, whoever is listed as your beneficiary on your insurance policy gets the funds, not the person listed in your will.

With this ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court, it’s more important than ever before to keep your beneficiaries up to date. If you haven’t reviewed them in a while, take a look, talk to your estate planning attorney, and make any necessary updates!

01/27/2026

https://www.fry-smith.com/obituaries/floyd-page

View Floyd Page's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.