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Bubba Smith Obituary
Los Angeles County coroner's spokesman Ed Winter said Smith was found dead at his Baldwin Hills home. Winter said he didn't know the circumstances or cause of death.
Police spokesman Richard French added the death does not appear to be suspicious.
The top overall pick in the 1967 draft after a sensational career at Michigan State, the 6-foot-7 Smith spent five seasons with the Baltimore Colts and two seasons each with Oakland and Houston. He won the 1971 Super Bowl with the Colts.
"I'm saddened by it. I remember my first training camp in 1972 in Golden, Colo. I spent a lot of time with him there. He was a great guy. He was a giant, the biggest player on the field," Colts owner Jim Irsay said.
One of the best pass rushers in the game, Smith often drew two blockers, yet was effective enough to make two Pro Bowls and one All-Pro team. His best work, though, came in college, and Smith was enshrined in the College Football Hall of Fame in 1988.
"He was simply a good guy," former Michigan State teammate Robert Viney said in a statement released through the university. "His size made him an intimidating figure, but he was a real gentleman. He was a helluva player."
As an actor his most memorable role was playing Moses Hightower, the soft-spoken officer in the "Police Academy" series. He also appeared in such television series as "Good Times," ''Charlie's Angels," and "Half Nelson," and was a regular in the ground-breaking Miller Lite commercials featuring retired players.
Born Charles Aaron Smith, he played in high school for his father, Willie Ray Smith, in Beaumont, Texas, before heading to Michigan State, where he was an All-American in 1966.
"'Bubba' Smith was a great Spartan," Michigan State ath letic director Mark Hollis said in a statement. "As both a football player and later as an actor, 'Bubba' was a great ambassador for the University. It's only fitting that beginning this fall the Big Ten Defensive Lineman of the Year Award bears his name."
At Michigan State he played on some of the school's greatest teams under coach Duffy Daugherty and was one of its best players. Fans in East Lansing, Mich., would chant, "Kill, Bubba, Kill" during games and his No. 95 jersey was retired in 2006.
"I will shed some tears tonight because I've lost a great friend," Viney said. "He never sought the spotlight. He was a humble man. As I remember him, I recall the chants of "Kill, Bubba, Kill" from the crowd in Spartan Stadium. He will be missed."
Smith was part of two of the most famous football games ever played. In 1966, he was at Michigan State when the Spartans and Notre Dame, both undefeated, played to a 10-10 tie. Michigan State finished second behind the t op-ranked Fighting Irish that season.
In 1965 and '66, Smith helped Michigan State go 19-1-1 and win consecutive Big Ten titles.
"Bubba was definitely a game changer as a defensive end," former Michigan State teammate Gene Washington said. "You simply didn't see guys with his size and quickness coming off the defensive line. His ability spoke for itself. He was a great teammate and a great leader. Bubba never had to say much because he led by example."
In 1969, Smith played for the Colts against the New York Jets in the Super Bowl. Led by Joe Namath, the Jets of the AFL upset the NFL champion Colts 16-7 in Miami.
Copyright © 2011 The Associated Press
392 Entries
Chip Fitts
March 1, 2025
TERRIFIC AS MOSES HIGHTOWER IN THE POLICE ACADEMY FILMS. VERY BELIEVABLE ACTOR. R.I.P. BUBBA SMITH
HE IS DEFINITELY MISSED!!!!
Elke Busskamp
August 3, 2017
Lieber Bubb.
Heute vor 6 Jahren bis du
gegangen aber bis heute und
für immer wirst du hier auf Erden unvergessen sein.
R.I.P. lieber Bubb
Elke
Elke Bukamp
July 20, 2017
Lieber Bubb.
Auch nach fast 6 Jahren bist du unvergessen
in meinem Herzen.
Dein Treuester Fan in Deutschland. Elke
Valenda Newell
April 22, 2017
THE GREATEST DEFENSIVE END THAT PLAYED THE GAME...ONE IS MISSED...RIP....MUCH LOVE❤
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Valenda Newell
June 29, 2016
R.I.P. gentle giant, to a great football player...thanks for sharing one's GIFTS with the fans........PRAYERS and BLESSINGS
Harry Simpson
August 3, 2015
Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.
Gloria, Smith Turner
August 4, 2014
Bubba you are already missed!!
My brother Floyd Smith, played football with Willie Ray and Bubba, the three Smith Boys. The night of the game Floyd stayed with the family.
Coach Smith liked coon, so my mother would bake them with sweet potatoes, and I would take it to school for Coach.
Every time I saw Bubba on TV, I would let my guest know I went to school with him. I was proud to see how he turned out to be famous, I knew someone that was a star.
You were called home to a better place, God's way not ours.
Alan Bishop
April 26, 2014
Did you really turn over a police car in the first Police Academy movie or did a stunt man do it? If you did you were very strong!
August 14, 2013
Wow he was taken too damn early from us.
Brent Adams
July 19, 2013
May You R. I. P. Big Guy.
.EVAN ELSTON
March 24, 2013
R.I.P. BUBBA!!!
YOU WILL BE MISSED!!!
MAY GOD'S LOVE BE WITH YOU
AND YOUR FAMILY !!!
Lisa Weiner
December 15, 2012
To Bubba Smith,
You did a great job as Officer Hightower in the movies Police Academy parts 1, and 2. My prayers go to your family and collegues. Lisa Weiner
Lisa Weiner
November 30, 2012
To Bubba smith,
I thought you were a great actor. you did a great job playing Office Hightower in the movie Police Academy Parts 1, and 2. My prayers go out to your family and collegues. Lisa Weiner
Brian Billett
October 10, 2012
You passed on my 36th birthday you were so underrated for a Hall Of Fame bust wish you still earn it.
derek anderson
April 27, 2012
I thought he was great in the police academy movies. There was a scene in either the first or second one and a man comes up to high tower when he's in a car to yell at him and as he looks in the car he notices that the front seat has been removed and that he's driving the car from the rear seat. So the Guy quietly turns around with the funniest look on his face and returns to his own vehicle and leaves in a hurry.LOL.great movie!great man!
Marilyn Singleton
January 20, 2012
Bubba was a friend of mine when he played with the Oakland Raiders. He babysat my kids a couple of times for me. they loved it I hand forgotten until my oldest son reminded of this He was a very sweet and thoughtful person and good with kind. He will be missed.
Marsha Contee White
November 8, 2011
I dated Bubba the summer of 1970 before I was recruited from Morgan State College to NYC. He was such a nice person. I was the dancer for the Peobody Conservatory of Music Rock Concert Group and he came to see me dance. He made quite a stir sitting there on the front row. He also came out to Morgan on several ocassions to visit me in the college newspaper office. He was loved by Baltimore.
I often talked about his kindness and how considerate he was. He will certainly be missed. Rest in Peace my friend.
Otis Drummer
November 2, 2011
Rest in peace Bubba you will be missed.
Allison
October 24, 2011
To the family of Bubba Smith,
May you all get comfort from the God of all comfort, and draw close to God at this time. James 4:8
Walter Clay
September 12, 2011
Rest in Peace Sir!!!
Allison Preece
September 4, 2011
Remembering An Honourable Man.
My sincere condolences to those he's left behind.
I hope that you can find some peace and comfort
in knowing that this extraordinary person is remembered
by many people. Many fans who loved him so very dearly.
Blessings.
Deborah Patterson
August 23, 2011
May the Faith of the family and friends be a comfort to them as they travel through this storm.Please find solace in remembering Gods word which says "to be absent from the body is to be present with the LORD".
Patty Ortloff
August 22, 2011
I worked with Bubba on one of his movies, "Down and Dirty" as a script supervisor. Bubba was so sweet, human, down to earth, and just a joy to be around. He loved to sit and talk to the crew about any subject that came up. I could see he was in physical pain in his knees, most probably from his past career in football, and would often opt to sit instead of stand. In between takes, when he leaned against the set car to rest his legs for a moment, the entire car moved under his weight. I was so amazed at his size (I am only 5'2") and strength, yet he was so sweet, kind and gentle. I would have loved to have wrapped him up and taken him home. My husband surely would not have minded since he was an enormous Bubba fan himself. My deepest condolences to his family, friends, fans and all who knew or wished to know this gentle giant. Rest in Peace, Bubba. You deserve it.
August 17, 2011
I went to junior high with Bubba Smith and his mother was one of my teachers. I will always remember how Bubba towered over the rest of the students at Dunbar in Beaumont, TX. He was a nice kid then and seemed to have been a wonderful grown up. He will be greatly missed. Dr. Virginia Holmes Cook (Kansas City, KS)
Ruth Thomas
August 16, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Bubba's Charlton Pollard HS Sr Photo 1963
Everette Adams III
August 12, 2011
My name is Everette W. Adams III, Dad Everette W. Adams Sr. (Deceased) and Mother Charlene Adams. Bubba was an inspiration to me all through my life. As a child, born in Beaumont, I could not wait to see him on the practice field. The Bulldogs always had C.P. in the news. He would always take the time to let my friends know he knew me.In 1963 I was a the CP Bulldogs' Child team mascot. After school on occasions, Bubba would babysit me and my sisters Emma & Cynthia while he did his homework. I was only six years of age and my friend use to stare at Bubba through our windows and wait for him to finish babysitting, just so they could get to walk across the football field with him as he went home. My Dad and Mom worked as head custodians at Charlton-Pollard HS. I had many that made sure I stayed out of trouble. Like Couch Smith, Coach Randall, plus each of the smith brothers Lawrence and Willie-Ray. I don’t have to tell you that this was in the day that you could get a spanking from those that knew your parents and sometimes those that didn’t.
I last spoke with Bubba about 6 months ago by phone; he was giving me advice (as he always have done) on how best to help my Nephew with his football career. I and all of my family will miss him. What a grand meeting must be taking place in heaven among those that we knew from the past. My father and Bubba’s father probably made sure his rooms were ready for him. It would have to be rooms with high sealings because Bubba's spirit was and always will be much larger than his physical statue.
Jacquelyn (Jackie) Brown-Nonette
August 12, 2011
It was always great times when Bubba would return to Beaumont, your friends from Blossom Dr. know you have found everlasting peace with Coach & Momma.
Dorothy Whitfield-Smith
August 11, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Una Collins
August 11, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.....you will greatly be missed Bubba.
J Johnson
August 11, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Remember there is a song called He's An On Time God. May he rest in peace.
Marilyn Smith Evans
August 10, 2011
Dear family.....such a sad day. Who would not feel sadness of such a loss if they knew Bubba.
MARY MOTTLEY
August 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
GLENDA ADAMS
August 10, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Josh Monson
August 10, 2011
Iloved you on tv high tower
Sadie Savoy - Smith
August 9, 2011
To: Bubba Smith Family:
When your heart is heavy about a matter such as this, you believe others can lift you up. If you really knew your heart you would never doubt its value to you. God speaks to us through our hearts because all that God is, is Love, and God is in the midst. Ms.Sadie Charlton Pollard High School C/O 51
Ms Julie Smith (Fregia)
August 9, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
ARTHUR GUILLORY
August 9, 2011
Charlton- Pollard HIGH SCHOOL FAMILY WILL MISS YOU BUBBA. BLESS THE SMITH FAMILY IN TIMES LIKE THES. A.C.
Don Gueringer
August 9, 2011
I was shocked when I heard of the passing of my beloved friend. I had the distinct pleasure of representing Bubba in the purchase of his home on Sunlight Pl.in L.A.where we shared several great memories,especially the weekend vollyball games on the sandy beach in Santa Monica,Ca. Bubba would select his team mostly of females because he said he did not need any wimpy men on his team, he could wup up on us with the girls, and he did..He was an awesome competor on and off the field,he possessed an awesome presence,very kind and truely a gentle giant. Love You Man, may God bless you and rest in Peace.
chris cazzato
August 9, 2011
to the smith family im so sorry for your loss he was funny as hightower in the movies,what a loss god gets all the great people.god bless you chris
August 8, 2011
To the family of Bubba be strong. To be absent in the body is to be present with the Lord . He is resting with his heavely Father now. God Bless!!!! S. Mosley
August 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to "Bubba's Family.
I will continue to pray for the family and you have my deepest sympathy .
Love Marie Wilson
Rachel Collier
August 8, 2011
My condolences to his family. I always enjoyed watching him play football. The transition to movies must have been an easy one for him, he was great in the roles that he appeared in. God has a new angel on his team now.
S. Carls
August 8, 2011
To The Smith Family:
I am sorry for your loss at this time but please be assured that God sustains those who lean on him for support as stated in the 55th Psalm verse 22.
Sissy Coleman
August 8, 2011
To God be the glory. Rest in peace Bubba. Prayers are sent to the family for strength and support during these difficult days.
Jo
August 8, 2011
I am very sad at about a loss of a gifted actor and football player,I never met Bubba, i have seen his movies. My prayers go out to the family. May God Bless Your family.
August 8, 2011
loved the man great player and funnya s all get out you will be missed
Michael Forman
August 8, 2011
Michigan State University is a sadder place today. We will miss you, Charles.
Bonnie
August 8, 2011
A legend that will live forever. I remember Bubba from MSU and met him in one of the stores there. Great Guy. So sorry for your loss.
August 8, 2011
Bubba was great actor enjoyed his work.
Mary in Martinsville,Va.
August 8, 2011
I am very sad at about a loss especially this one,I never met Bubba but i have seen some of his movies and he was very humble, my prayers go out to the family, hold you rhead to God and he will take care of all of you...sorry for your loss and May God Bless You
troylyn and alfred jefferson sr & family
August 8, 2011
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
JANIS DUROCHER
August 8, 2011
BUBBA, YOU WERE GREAT ON THE FIELD AND ON THE SCREEN.
YOU WERE RESPECTED BY ALL. GOD HAS A SPECIAL PURPOSE THAT HE TOOK YOU SO SOON. MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. REST IN PEACE BUBBA.
JANIS ,HOUMA,LA.
Sharon Lycos
August 8, 2011
It was such a surprise to hear the news that Bubba passed on. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. He was a great football player and actor. His persona in life showed us what a real gentleman he was. We need more people like Bubba in the world. May he rest in peace.
Joan Kee
August 8, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, Bubba was such a funny person, and a great actor. I will miss him.
Paula Frink
August 8, 2011
Bubba Smith was one of footballs greatest. Watching him play the game was something to see. My sincerest condolences go out to his family.
August 8, 2011
To the Smith family,
Big Bubba was not only my friend,but a friend to whom had the honor to meet this great man.Well Big Man,you will always be imbedded in my heart,as a true gentleman.I will miss you ole friend,but now you are with Gods angels guiding you to everlasting peace.God Bless The Smith family in their time of need.Our sincerest condolences to all of you with our devoted love.
All of our very Best to the very best,
Elliot B. Riebman and wife Geraldine
The "Original "Big" "E" #68
"NO FAME JUST A NAME"
BOCA RATON,FLORIDA
Shirley & Jerry Murphy
August 8, 2011
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998
Darrel Brown
August 8, 2011
Bubba you will missed,For the few years that I worked for he like to talk about growing up and his Mom an Dsd He was Good Man with a Good Heart, Hes with the family Now God Bless
Hanisha
August 8, 2011
Bubba Smith Family:
I am sorry for your loss. Bubba played in some very funny movies. Always serious, I liked that. He played football well too. I was shocked to hear of his passing, may our Heavenly Father Jehovah, friends, family and fond memories be of comfort to you during this time of grief.
Fred Hiller Sr
August 8, 2011
Growing up a Spartan Football fan, I loved them. I ran against Gene Washington and Clint Jones. I remember the defense as being awesome. Bubba, George Webster,and the rest of the defense. Bubba was a gentle gaint but a force on the field. I loved him in the Police Academy movies. I was shocked and sadden when I heard he had passed.He will surely be missed. My deepst sympathies to his family.
Justin Hare
August 8, 2011
Though I am a Notre Dame fan ( Michigan St being a big rival) & New York Jets fan (Colts being rivals back then too), he was an amazing player to watch & a funny yet good actor with the size of a giant with a heart to match. My prayers go out to his family. R.I.P. "Bubba" Smith
april hedlund
August 8, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family of the late Mr. Bubba smith. I loved him in the Police academy movies and miller light commericals. I was shocked and saddened of his sudden passing. R.I.P Hightower. You will be missed.
Brenda Davis
August 8, 2011
Heartfelt sympathy to my family that I really never knew. I always heard about my cousins that played ball but only met Bubba once. Stangely we worshipped at the same church but our lives never crossed. Rest in peace Cuz I know we will see each other one day in heaven.
August 7, 2011
From Texas to Michigan to MaryLand to California, Now You Can R.I.P Bubba Smith. Junior McCarter
christine heathman
August 7, 2011
My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family of the late great Mr. Bubba Smith. He was one of my absolute favorite characters in the Police Academy movies (if I was having a bad day and needed a good laugh, I would put on one of those movies and that would make me feel better). The world has lost a GREAT man indeed. My son (also a huge fan) and I were shocked and saddened at the news. May he provide as much happiness and love in Heaven as he did on Earth. Rest in Peace Mr. Bubba "Hightower" Smith. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time -
August 7, 2011
Pray without ceasing (I Thessalonians 5:17). GOD blessing on the Smith Family.
C W Mitchell, Buna, TX
August 7, 2011
we still miss your Baltimore Colts legacy up here in Frederick, Maryland. God with God sir! FMM, Frederick, Md.
Judy T
August 7, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about Bubba. Hightower was one of my favorite characters in Police Academy. He will be greatly missed. Prayers for his family.
CARILYN ARVIE
August 7, 2011
MY CONDOLENCES TO BUBBA SMITH'S FAMILY. WE HAVE LOST A GREAT PLAYER. YOU WILL BE MISSED.
David Dagold
August 7, 2011
As a native Baltimorean and BALTIMORE COLTS fan Bubba's passing leaves a hole as does the passing of John Mackey. We have lost two great gentleman in a short period of time.
Mario Collins
August 7, 2011
"Bubba", you are one of a kind. That is why you were loved so much. I'm going to miss you dearly, but want forget you and the interest we shared so dearly.
Desiree Hebert
August 7, 2011
I didn't watch him in sports, but my father did. I loved him in Police Academy. He was a natural!
M R
August 7, 2011
I am very sorry to hear about the loss of this great football player, and more importantly, a great man. It's so hard in day and age to find someone who exemplies how great player should act on and off the field. Please remember during this time of sorrow that God is near to those that are broken at hear, and He can be a true source of comfort for you.
R King
August 7, 2011
A True Gentleman in all aspects is what he was in this life. In his transition to his new life that is probably multiplied by zillions. TO THE FAMILY of BUBBA, May the GOD of Comfort touch your hearts, and let you know that BUBBA is in a place, much better than this one. That in transition we will all hopefully end up in HEAVEN. GOD LOVES YOU AND WILL KEEP YOUR HEARTS IN PERFECT PEACE, AS YOU KEEP YOUR MINDS STAYED ON HIM!
Ed Rusk
August 7, 2011
I think he was the best, I remmber him going after Roger Starbach and it was said he chased him for over a 100 yards in that game
M. TERRY
August 6, 2011
RIP BIG BUBBA. You sure will be missed.Go be that great football player in the heavens like you were on this earth.
Andrea Harkless
August 6, 2011
Charles Arron "Bubba" Smith, You entertain many people on the football field. Lots of memories for many. You were humble down here on earth, God Angels are meeting up at the gates of Heaven. R.I.P Mr. Smith!
Andrea Harkless, Culver City, CA
August 6, 2011
To the family of Bubba Smith,you all have my deepest sympathy and are in my prayers.Mr. Smith was a really good football player and had many friends.I remember him in Police Academy he was great.Debbie In Louisville Ky
August 6, 2011
I had the pleasure to meet Bubba when he was in Beaumont one time visiting his mother. He was truly a gentleman and a pleasure to meet. He was so kind to several people that recognozed him and chatted for a few minutes before leaving the store. He will be missed.
Tate-Woodley
August 6, 2011
I am write this note for my mother. She went to high school with Bubba. I remeber growing up and my mom telling me about him every time we say something about him. RIP. Gone too soon.
Frankie Moore
August 6, 2011
growing up near Baltimore, I have fond memories, of Colts football. Will miss you, rest in peace. I'll always have my Police Academy collection to remind me of a kind and gentle man. R.I.P
steve moore
August 6, 2011
one of the best nfl player in history of football r.i.p
August 6, 2011
I remember him as a Baltimore Colt and we had season tickets bit we did CHAT " KILL BUBBA KILL". We loved him - Sharon Grabill;
August 6, 2011
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GO OUT TO YOUR ENTIRE FAMILY. I AM AN OLD COLT FAN AND ENJOYED WATCHING HIM PLAY FOR OUR TEAM THE BALTIMORE COLTS. MY FAMILY REALLY ENJOYED AND LAUGHED AT HIM PLAYING HIS CHARACTER HIGHTOWER IN POLICE ACADEMY. HE WILL SORELY BE MISSED. MAY HE FIND EVERLASTING PEACE IN GOD PRESENCE. THE POWERS FAMILY
michelle
August 6, 2011
RIP
Bob Kames
August 6, 2011
The best Miller Lite beer commercials were the first ones with Bubba Smith and Dick Butkus as a twosome. The funniest one was when they were decked out as tennis players, and Bubba says "We can be civilized, too!"
Robert H Christian Jr
August 6, 2011
I rememember seeing Bubba for the first time as a little boy, in the Miller Lite commercial,and asking my Father, Dad who is that and him telling me "That's Bubba Smith All American outta Michigan State" and then we broke out in laughter as he spoke those ending words "I also like the easy opening can" GOD BLESS THE ENTIRE FAMILY!!! Matthew 14-16
A fan
August 6, 2011
You were so fun to watch on the big screen as well on the football field.
It is my hope that you are now resting in the Lord.
Prayers for the family.
DARREN ASPELUND
August 6, 2011
WOW,
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR FAMILY'S LOSS THIS MAN MADE ME LAUGH SO HARD IN THE DAYS OF WATCHING POLICE ACADEMY WOW THAT SHOW GAVE ME SWEET DREAMS OF MAKING A CAREER OUT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT WILL BE MISSED ALWAYS'S LOVED
James Berken
August 6, 2011
Once in awhile a great one emerges and Bubba lived his life as one, he will be deeply missed by all generations that knew him.
Vic and Mary Ann Potter
August 6, 2011
Loving Michigan State in the sixties meant loving Bubba Smith. We treasure our memories as students there, especially those memorable football games. To the Smith family we send our sincere condolences for the loss of your precious Bubba much too soon; to the the Lord we send our praises for the sacrifice of the Lord Jesus Christ, who redeemed our lives so that we could have life more abundantly here on earth and in heaven for eternity.
CYNTHIA WASHINGTON
August 6, 2011
God Can Heal A Broken Heart!!
August 6, 2011
The sports world admires great athletes. The world admires great men. Bubba was highly admired.
August 6, 2011
May the God of all comfort be with his family.We look to the time when the one's we love will be with us a life time.Psalms37:29.
claus junior.l
August 6, 2011
schade das er so frueh gestorben ist ein guter und lustiger schauspieler wir werden ihn vermissen traurig um bubba
Kirk Felix
August 6, 2011
Bubba, you will be missed not only on the "Big Screen, but on the Field also. RIP big guy and help keep the peace in that heavenly district, where i know you will be going...
An Old friend from Baltimore
Kirk Felix
Newmarket ON Canada
Butch Sweet
August 6, 2011
Bubba Smith I'm gonna miss you who can do your part in Police Academy.Rest in Peace Big Guy.
Butch Sweet
Lansing, Mich. 48912
T Simmons
August 6, 2011
To the Smith family, may God send the comforter to you and may Bubba Smith rest in sweet peace our father.
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Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
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How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
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