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Leslie Smith Obituary
72, of Phoenix, Arizona passed away on April 7, 2011. After a long courageous battle with cancer, our beloved Bud entered into eternity with our Heavenly Father surrounded by his loving family. Although he will be deeply missed by all those whose lives he touched, we cherish the many wonderful memories we have. Bud is survived by his wife of 50 years Mary Beth; his children Scott (Loree), Penny Proper and Brian (Kathy); 8 grandchildren and his family of friends. A memorial service to celebrate his life will be held at First Christian Church 6750 N. 7th Ave. on Saturday, April 16th at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Young Life North Central. "He fought the good fight, he finished the race, he kept the Faith."
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Memories and Condolences
for Leslie Smith
Luigi Leone
April 6, 2025
To my friend Bud, always in our hearts. Fourteen years ago we lost a great friend. You are still in our memories and out hearts.
Luigi Leone
April 4, 2024
Hard to believe it's been 13 years. Bud continues to be in our memories. Always remember how Bud was always there to lend a hand. Remembering Bud on this his anniversary.
Always your friend Luigi
Luigi Leone
April 4, 2023
Remembering my friend Bud on this coming anniversary.
God Bless you always,
Luigi
Nicholas Pela
April 4, 2023
I think of Bud often. He was an example to me in many ways, but mostly in the way he lived his faith in Jesus Christ in everything he did. On Earth he showed himself to be a Godly man. In heaven, he is perfected as such.
Luigi Leone
April 5, 2021
Thinking about my friend. Always missed.
Anna Kipp
April 4, 2020
He was a gentle soul always with a smile and touching people's heart wherever he was.
Bob Labossiere
April 4, 2020
Uncle Bud was one of a kind and missed we were talking about him just last week. Always there for everyone. Miss you Uncle Bud Love carBob and Peggy
Annabel Kipp
April 4, 2019
Bud was a wonderful person. I think he liked everyone he met. I considered it a gift in knowing him and I know he was loved by all he touched.
Rocky & Pati Dunn & Family
April 15, 2011
Our thoughts are with each of you at this time of loss. Remembering the fun and interesting times we had with your Dad and Husband will always be cherished. He will be missed but I'll bet there will be some beautiful places he touches in heaven.
Thinking of you Scott, Brian, Penny & Families and especially you Mary Beth
Stephen Calderon
April 15, 2011
I have known "Uncle Bud" for my whole life. Growing up in the Royal Palm Neighborhood I got to learn and have a close friendship with Uncle Bud. He was always there to talk to, when I would have a bad day or just having trouble with one of my many projects in the garage. Whether he was busy or not, he would always answer his pager and was there to help me out. I will never forget Uncle Bud and what he taught me in life.
Steve Pulos
April 15, 2011
I was fortunate enough to meet Bud and Mary Beth at Einstein's a few years ago, and I always looked forward to seeing them whenever I was in Phoenix. Bud was always warm and engaging: while I can hardly think of adequate words to express that quality, anyone who met Bud knows how much it's so.
Marcia Boyer
April 14, 2011
I had the privilege of meeting Bud and Mary Beth a month ago. We shared my deceased husband's love of trains and went to 5 and Diner for lunch and a shake. I know that Bud and Skip are talking trains. Whenever you hear a steam whistle blowing, you'll know the two are riding God's rails. My life has been blessed knowing Bud and Mary Beth.
Laura Fonger
April 14, 2011
Bud was the light of my morning. He gave so much. I miss him everyday.
Paul Talbert
April 14, 2011
We first met Bud ten years ago when we purchased a house Mary Beth was listing. Bud was there helping out doing things such as cleaning up the neighboring yard. He was very friendly and seemed interested in getting to know us. He made us feel like something more than just a buyer of that property. I ran into Bud many times after that, and he always had that same warmth and interest in how we were doing. However, I quickly realized that we were not special. He treated everyone that way. It was Bud who was special. Mary Beth and family – you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Paul Talbert and family
Barb Wacker
April 14, 2011
Dear Mary Beth and Family, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Bud will be missed by all that knew him for his cheerfulness and his helping hand.
Jonena Relth
April 14, 2011
Dear MaryBeth and Family,
Bud was a loving, kind, generous and the most giving of his time of any man I've ever know. He will be missed by so many! May you have comfort knowing that Bud is sitting at the feet of his Lord and hearing, "Well done good and faithful servant!" Jonena Relth
sue
April 13, 2011
may bud's light shine in the hearts of all of us that knew him
sue black
April 13, 2011
Bud gave 110% of himself daily, never asking for anything in return.
i pray that everyone that Bud touched can learn by his example.
may he rest in peace.
1 of his many friends at a.a.w.l.
sue & mike black
Luigi Leone
April 13, 2011
Dear Mary Beth and family;
With sadness I send this e-mail and offer my condolences. Bud has always been a shining light for all the friends he has touched and I am one of those fortunate neighbors and he has been in my prayers and will continue to be. God is very lucky that he has Bud with him and we are blessed to have known Bud and have had him in our lives.
From me and my family, we are here for you and have you and your family in our prayers.
God Bless You,
Luigi Leone and family
Tom Meeks
April 13, 2011
Bud was a kind and gentle soul and was loved by so many. It was my sincere honor to have worked with him and shared so many wonderful memories. He loved hijinks and had such an infectious laugh! Our loss is truly heaven's gain.
Dick Frye
April 12, 2011
Although I haven't seen Bud for many years, I have thought of him often remembering the outstanding people person that he was. Selfishly, I'm sorry to see him pass but God gets a really good one. My sympathies to Mary Beth who is equally a fantastic person and who welcomes people into her life as if she's known them forever just as Bud did. God Bless.
Michael Bacha
April 12, 2011
I will miss my "Coastie buddy" but know that he is still here, in our hearts..
Rhonda Teel
April 12, 2011
I was so sorry to hear about Bud, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Rhonda and Dennis Teel
Leslie McKenna
April 12, 2011
It truly was an honor to have known Bud. We will miss you sorely but you will always remain in our hearts.
Davis Dessaules
April 12, 2011
One of the best souls we've ever been honored to know. Getting a bagel will never be the same for this little family.
Amy and Scott
April 12, 2011
Bud never met a stranger. He made all newcomers feel like members of the family. He will be missed but never forgotten.
Bonnie York
April 12, 2011
"Uncle Bud" was as loved and adored by children as he was by his dearest friends. He enabled those he touched to see things in the most beautiful and important ways. I believe that Bud was an "angel on earth" and now he is back home. We will all miss him, but hopefully remember the lessons he taught us so memorably. All our love,-- The York Family.
Annabel Kipp
April 11, 2011
Bud was one of the most beautiful men I have ever met. Full of Christ's love for his fellow brothers and sisters. I have been blessed with the time I have known Bud. Annabel Kipp
Greg Sapp
April 11, 2011
We will so miss him. He was such a great guy! Greg and Laurie Sapp
Diane (Coggin) Merrill
April 11, 2011
Bud, Thank you for the years of love and support you gave to all of the First Baptist Church youth group. Bud will be missed but will live forever in our memories. No doubt God is welcoming home a good and faithful servant.
Jim Wahl
April 11, 2011
Oh my what wonderful times we had together. You lived a great life my friend and you have a wonderful family. How great it will be to have you greet us as we pass from this life and enter into our Lord's Kingdom. I love you my brother and I'm so glad I had many years to be your friend. Please put a reserved sign on that gold door next door, for me.
Nick Pela
April 11, 2011
Bud Smith - what a wonderful man of God! When I was a young believer in Christ, Bud showed me much of what it means to walk the walk. He will be missed by many, but we also rejoice that he is now with the Lord he loves so much.
Bob Dreste
April 10, 2011
Bud was in my life and was my dearest and best friend. He touched me and my family in so many positive ways -- a wonderful human being. We all love Bud and miss him terribly. He is with his Savior. - The Dreste Family
Lisa Barnhart
April 10, 2011
"Unlce Bud was such a blessing to all who knew him. He went above and beyond to help others and show the love of Christ. We will miss him terribly." - The Barnhart Family
carBob Labossiere
April 10, 2011
To Uncle Bud one of the first people to welcome us to the neighborhood what a man he will be missed so much by all he touched and his stories oh and he had some great ones.All our love to the family.
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