Obituary of Howard K. Smith

Howard K. Smith

Howard Kingsbury Smith (born May 12, 1914 in Ferriday, Louisiana) was a journalist, broadcaster, and film actor who was best known for being a member of the group of WWII war correspondents known as the “Murrow Boys”. Howard died on February 15, 2002 and his death was because of pneumonia that resulted in congestive heart failure. He died at age 87.

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Howard K. Smith Biography Wiki:

Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
Full Name: Smith, Howard
Common Name: Howard K. Smith
Gender: Male
Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
Birthplace: Ferriday, Louisiana, United States
Birth Date: May 12, 1914
Age: 87 (at death)
Also Known As: Howie
Occupations:

Net Worth: $3 to $5 million
Nationality: American
Favorite Food: Wonder Bread
Favorite Color: Violet (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

Howard's Family Tree

Birth Name: Howard Kingsbury Smith
Father: Howard K Smith
Mother: Minnie Gates
Spouse/Partner:

Benedicte Smith (married 1942-2002, his death)

Son(s):

Jack P. Smith (1945-2004)

Daughter(s):

Catherine H. Smith

Death Notice:

Date: February 15 2002 at age 87
Place: Bethesda, Maryland, United States
Cause of Death: Pneumonia (resulting in congestive heart failure)
Interment: Buried at The Oak Hill Cemetery in Washington, D.C., United States

Category Tags:

Journalist Broadcaster Film Actor American Born on May 12th Born in 1914 Born in Louisiana Died in 2002 Died at age 87 Died from Pneumonia

Quotable Quotes:

"It's hard to be in this business and be viewed as having boobs that are huge."

"Howard Smith lived a remarkable life filled with countless achievements and touched the lives of many, leaving behind a legacy that will never be forgotten. (V)"

Is Mr. Howard Smith still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, he has passed away.