Howard Taft Smith, affectionately called Chester , age 79 of Alvin, Texas, passed away Wednesday, April 3, 2024 at Laurel Court Nursing Facility in Alvin.  Chester was born April 11, 1944 in Wade, Oklahoma and was a resident of Alvin for the last 10 years formerly of Durant, Oklahoma. He was a loving father, grandfather, great grandfather, friend and will be dearly missed by all that knew him. Chester is preceded in death by his parents, Herman and Mildred Smith; son, Ricky Smith; grandson, Wade Smith; Eight brothers and sisters.

Chester is survived by his daughters, Tricia Howard and husband Raymond, Susan Croker and husband Robert; son, Brad Smith and wife Jennifer; grandchildren, Madison Ratley and husband Garrett, Tori Smith, Kenzie Smith, Daniel Fountain, Chassity Rathfon and husband Jason, Keaton Croker and wife Kendall, Brittany Croker, Tyler Croker, Josh Croker and wife, Carolyn ; Four brothers and sisters; numerous great grandchildren, extended family and friends.

Arrangements under the direction of the Scott Family, 1421 East Hwy 6, Alvin, Texas 77511, (281) 585-1000 www.scottfuneralhome.net