Curtis A. "Mo" Smith, 67, of Benton, passed away at 3:35 p.m., on Wednesday, January 9, 2019, at the Select Specialty Hospital in Evansville, IN.

He was born on September 13, 1951, to Harry and Ruth (Langston) Smith in East St. Louis, IL. Curtis was a talented bass guitar musician, and a former car salesman in Southern Illinois. On July 6, 1991, he married the former Regina McNeill.

Curtis has a passion for music and well known for his musical ability. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather.

Curtis is survived by his loving spouse of 27 years, Regina Smith, two daughters, Tracy Hardcastle and Holly (Eric) Wheetley; one son, Steven McNeill; eight grandchildren, Carson McNeill, Ian Hardcastle, Brooklen Bowlin, Blake Morgan, Chaz Hardcastle, Alex Wheetley, Lauren Wheetley and Katie Wheetley; and two great-grandchildren, Brantley Lowery and August Stevens.

He was preceded in death by his father, Harry Smith; and one brother, Fred Smith.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Pate Funeral Home, 301 S. Main St., Benton, Illinois 62812.

A celebration of life in honor of Curtis "Mo" Smith will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Benton Ministerial Alliance, and will be accepted at the funeral home.

Online condolences can be given at www.patefh.com.