Rev B.W. Smith Sr Recorded Message

Published: Sept. 30, 2020, 11 a.m.

Rev B.W. Smith, Born April 7, 1933, Smith grew up on West Mobile Street under the watchful eyes of his mother and grandmother. After graduation from Burrell High School in 1950, he joined the Air Force, enrolled in Tennessee State University and pursued a teaching career in the Chicago public schools.  Soon after he left home, Rev. Smith joined the Air Force to work for his country. He spent 4 years working in the Office of Special Investigations. After that he went to Tennessee State University to receive his degree in education. Even before he had received his calling, Rev. Smith had aspirations to teach others and spread knowledge.