James E. "Smitty" Smith
James E. "Smitty" Smith
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This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.
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Tunesia Winn
October 7, 2008
To my Uncle Smitty,
I love you with all my being. When I was born into the loving arms of your dear sister, Doris E. Smith and was introduced to you as one of my uncles, I was truly blessed. You are a true hero & icon to so many people, but to me you were UNCLE SMITTY. There were times that we were out of touch but to know you were there was a great comfort to my soul. Now that I know you will see your loving sisters again, I AM ECSTATIC! When you get there embrace each other and have that reunion that you were denied on this earth, I hope you dance.
You were a gift from above and I will forever love you.
To my Smith family, I Love You Too! Let your hearts heal with prayer.
Uncle Smiitty you are one of my only two uncles I have on this earth, and I will cherish your love, respect & memories.
Tunesia Winn
Vera Edwards
October 3, 2008
Snoppy,
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. If and when I can be of any help, you have only to ask.
Love,
Vera
Wanda Cheatham
October 2, 2008
FAMILY,
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE SMITH FAMILY. HE WAS A LIFE LONG FRIEND, WHO WILL BE TRULY MISSED.
"DEATH LEAVES A CAN HEAL, LOVE LEAVES A MEMORY NO ONE CAN STEAL".
MAY GOD'S MERCY & GRACE BE WITH YOUR FAMILY.
OTTOWAY WILLIAMS, CARRIE CHEATHAM & FAMILY
Iran P. Smith
October 2, 2008
To be absent from the body, is to be present with the Lord. And the Joy of the Lord is your strength. You are in our Prayers and know that God has sent his comforter here for us, so just call on the name of Jesus.
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Harold Brooks
October 2, 2008
I extend my deepest sympathy to the Smith family in these moments of grief and bereavement. May the caring and compassion of God reach out to you during this difficult time.
Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted. Matt: 5:4
From the Staff of Joseph Jenkins, Jr. Funeral Home
October 2, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Mozella Johnson
October 1, 2008
Rest In Peace Uncle Edward.
We Love You.
Mozella, Charles, Michael, and Marlon.
Patricia Dunlap & Family
October 1, 2008
Words can not begin to express how deeply Smitty will be missed. He touched so many lives. He was a true legend. Today recalls sad memories Of a loved one gone to rest And those hearts who ache for you today Are ones who loved you best. I can't imagine life without you.
Al & Brenda Smith
October 1, 2008
Larry, Peaches, Alphonzo,
May you find peace in knowing that God makes no mistakes. Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.
We love you and are very sorry for the loss of your father. God bless you and stay strong.
Smitty his Daughter and Stepdaughter
September 30, 2008
Barbara Crockett
September 30, 2008
We will always Love You and Miss You. You are gone but will never be forgotten. You will always be in our hearts.
Love Your Daughter,
Charde
Chavella Jones
September 30, 2008
May the family be blessed with the gift of thought that he is finally truly free. With Love and Sorrow we send him away with our prayers and blessings. Chavella & LaBarbra Jones and Joyce & Kimberly Kirkland
DeSeana Evans
September 30, 2008
Hi Casey,
I have you and your family in my prayers at this most difficult time. Hold on to the good memories, remember his smile and kind words to get you through. May God bless you and keep you.
Darleen Bowman
September 30, 2008
May God continue to bless you in your time of sorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Darleen Bowman & Family
CHARNEISE CROCKETT
September 29, 2008
THE CHURCH IS FULL OF PEOPLE WHO HAVE COME TO SAY GOODBYE,BUT NO ONE WANTS TO SEE YOU GO AND WE'RE ALL LEFT ASKING WHY. IN OUR PAIN & TEARS WE SHARE A HEARTACHE THAT CANNOT HEAL,BUT IN OUR MINDS WE WILL KEEP MEMORIES NO ONE CAN STEAL.WE ALL CAN FEEL YOUR HAND IN OURS & SEE YOUR LOVING FACE, YOU HAVEN'T GONE I FEEL YOU HERE A LOVE I CAN'T REPLACE. YOU MEANT SO MUCH TO EACH OF US AND IN OUR HEARTS YOU'LL ALWAYS BE, I HOPE YOU CAN SEE HOW PRECIOUS YOU WERE TO THEM, TO US, TO ME!
SMITTY,
I JUST CAN'T BELIEVE YOU'RE GONE CAUSE WE WERE JUST TALKING ABOUT WHEN YOU COME HOME HOW I WAS GONNA COOK YOU SOME FRIED CHICKEN,MACARONI,& GREENS WITH A TALL GLASS OF COKE! I WILL NEVER FORGET WHEN I WAS SMALL HOW YOU TOOK ME IN AS I WAS YOUR OWN! I'M GONNA MISS ALL THE CARDS YOU SENT ME FOR EVERY OCCASSION! IM GONNA MISS & ALWAYS LOVE YOU!
LOVE ALWAYS,
YOUR STEPDAUGTHER CHARNEISE
fayette smith
September 29, 2008
Larry,
I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
Juana and I will never forget him.He was very kind to us. He will truly be missed.
My prayers are with you at this time.
Keep his memories close .
Love always ,
Fayette and Juana Smith
Caroline Scarborough
September 29, 2008
Family,
Sorry to hear of your loss. He will always be remembered. I will tapdance down memory lane of all the times shared with him. I will always remember the 'old days.
Rest in peace Smitty. You will leave a legacy.
God Bless you and keep you.
Dorothy Talley
September 29, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
September 29, 2008
I will remember how strong you were in every aspect.
I salute you Dad with everlasting Love,
Your Son, Clifton Edward Smith
"Casey"
LUELLA BETHEA-TURNER
September 28, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.
Letitia Mayo
September 28, 2008
Somewhere in my dreams tonight
I'll see you standing there
You look at me with a smile
"Life isn't always fair"
You say you were chosen for his garden
His preciously hand picked bouquet
"God really needed me,
That's why I couldn't stay"
It's said to be that angels
Are sent from above
I've always had my angel
My father - whose heart was filled with love
Wherever the ocean meets the sky
There will be memories of you and I
When I look up at that sky so blue
All I see are visions of you
"While there's a heart in me, you'll be a part of me."
Even though we had our diffences I will then,now and always love you.
Your Daughter,
Bessie Crumble
September 28, 2008
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