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SMITH, Herbert J.

"Herbe"

Age 88, of Kettering, Ohio, passed away peacefully in his home Thursday, May 19, 2022. Herbe was born in West Alexandria, Ohio, in 1933 to Jack H. Smith and Mary Brooks. He was a 1951 graduate of Dixon High School. Herbe was drafted into the U.S. Army and served from 1953 – 1955. After his service in the Army, he worked as a supervisor at NCR in Dayton, Ohio, where he met his wife of 66 years, Bessie. As a boy, he gave his heart to

Jesus. In his later years, his passion for the Lord grew; he loved singing for the Lord and playing on the church praise team with his family. Through the years, he attended Bellbrook Community Church, Kettering Assembly of God, and Dorothy Lane Baptist Church. He also loved sharing the Good News of the gospel that Jesus came and died on the cross for our sins.

Herbe's greatest passion in life was playing and performing music. He was an accomplished pianist, guitarist, singer /songwriter, and recording artist. His musical career catapulted him into the spotlight, making him a Southwestern Ohio celebrity. Entertaining fueled him. He loved to perform, whether it was for a small, private gathering or for thousands at UD Arena. For many years, he owned and operated a nightclub in Hills & Dales Shopping Center in Kettering, Ohio, called "The Music Man". For many years Herbe worked as a Realtor in the Dayton area. He could still always be found with a guitar or piano within his reach.

Preceded in death by his parents Jack (Dollene) Smith and Mary Brooks Newman and 2 sisters, Juanita Schmidt and Gail Taylor and granddaughter Hope Carter. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Bessie; 2 daughters, Gwendolyn (Ed) Fisher and Stephanie (Randy) Carter; 11 grandchildren, Jason Fisher, Bryan (Kathryn) Fisher, Kevin Fisher, Dalton Fisher, Katie

(Jason) Noel, Andrew (Kandyse) Carter, Amos (Delores) Carter, Abigail (Maxwell) Beach, Stephan Carter, Nina Rains, Nick (Dawnette) Carter; 18 great-grandchildren, Ethan, Caleb, Levi and Samuel Noel, Emery and Ava Carter, Oliver and Raelyn Beach, Amelia Aucker, Emmaline Fisher, Lily and Toby Carter, Adam and Sophira Rains, Matthew Aquino, AJ, Justin, and

Cameron Carter; 1 great-great grandson, Abel Kyrie

Carter-Ames; 2 sisters, Betty Sisco, Ruby (Ken) Lipscomb; 5 brothers Bob (Wanda) Smith, Carl (Judy) Smith, Art (Phyllis) Smith, Glen (Joy) Smith, Keith (Vicki) Smith; brother-in-law Marion Schmidt and many nieces, nephews and friends. The family will receive friends from 5:00 to 7:00 PM Wednesday, May 25th, 2022, at the Routsong Funeral Home, 2100 E. Stroop Rd., Kettering. Funeral services will be held at 10:00 AM Thursday, May 26, 2022, at Bellbrook Community Church, 3815 W. Franklin St., Bellbrook, OH, with Pastor Andrew

Carter and Pastor Tom Kehr. Burial in Bellbrook Cemetery. The family would like to express our thanks for the wonderful help and care given by Day City Hospice. If desired, friends may make memorial contributions to the Day City Hospice, 8039 Washington Village Dr. Suite 110, Dayton, OH 45458. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at


www.routsong.com

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Published by Dayton Daily News on May 22, 2022.

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Julie Kay Smithson

May 15, 2023

I find it comforting that Herbe got to welcome his longtime friend, Ed Mull, just under eight months later. They are surely enjoying their eternal youth and God's love!

Julie Kay and Lil Prince Smithson

May 25, 2022

My musical memories of the Dayton, Ohio, area included the time when Herbe played at The Hub Club in Wayne Township and extended to when I moved away and drove trucks for almost thirty years. I've always enjoyed country music. It was a comforting presence during all those hours behind the wheel of a truck in all types of weather and through many seasons. I learned of Herbe's passing from our mutual friend, Ed Mull. It's always a surprise to realize that time moves on for all of us! May Herbe's family be comforted with the knowledge that his love of music and his faith in our Lord stand you all in good stead. Thank you for being the faith-filled family that stood behind the man known to the public.

Ed Mull

May 25, 2022

Thank you, Herbe, for the fun, the music, the opportunity, and most of all, your friendship since 1962.

Ashley Abriola

May 24, 2022

Smith family:
I am so very sorry for your loss. Many prayers for all of you and I pray for peace and comfort during this time. Herbert was one of my favorite patients that I got to see in the office! I will miss him.

ALAN and SUSAN HUELSMAN

May 23, 2022

Truly a highly respected and great friend to me! Susan and I are so sorry for the passing of Herbe, yet celebrate his entrance into Gods' presence. May all of his family have fond memories and blessings to last their lifetime. Bessie and family, you are in our prayers.

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25

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5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Routsong Funeral Home

2100 E. Stroop Road, Kettering, OH 45429

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26

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10:00 a.m.

Bellbrook Community Church

3815 W Franklin St, Bellbrook, OH 45305

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