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Chad Smith Obituary
MEMORIAL SERVICES Fri 10:30am, Holy Family Catholic Church, Co. Bluffs. Memorials to Chad Smith Mmorial Fund in care of Council Bluffs Savings Bank. ROBY FUNERAL HOME
296-3123 Plattsmouth, NE
This obituary was originally published in the Omaha World-Herald.
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July 23, 2021
It will be 15 years & still miss you as if it was yesterday. Love you! Mom
Julie Smith
May 9, 2011
Happy 35th Birthday! Miss you more than ever, Love Mom
Tom Hromadka
April 14, 2010
hey Chad,
I thought about you today.. again. I needed to come to this webpage for someone else figured I'd check in with you... I find myself thinking about you quite a bit, most of the time remembering the good stuff when we were growing up. B-ball with Brad and Jeff until midnight hours, man the folks that lived next door must have hated us. Or when your mom took us camping and you caught a huge crappie, only to have me accidently cut it loose. The look on your face was priceless - I ruined your day, after an hour or so you talked to me again. That was such a fun trip, I have no idea how your mom put up with us.
Thanks for looking out for me and my family so far. I hope you'll continue to do so. And if you have a chance, maybe you could come back down and visit nathan sometime in the night. Tell him there aren't any monsters under his bed, only angels that come to check on them and make sure they're not waking their parents up. That would be a huge help.
Thanks Chad - talk to you soon.
Katie Heithoff Darrington
August 1, 2009
Chad,
I have looked at this website so many times I've lost count. I don't know why now I decided to write you. I miss your laugh and smile. I'm sad for the fact we lost contact for a few years prior to your death. There are so many times when I say or do something and I think of you and know you are laughing with me. My car still switches engines, I still think that place right outside of des moines is a junk yard and I can still see you singing Mockingbird, dumb and dumber style. You were ALWAYS a great friend, and you always helped me no matter what it was.
I cant believe it has already been 3 years....I hope your kids understand how truely amazing their daddy was!!!
I love you....your friend forever, Katie Heithoff Darrington
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Julee Harter
August 16, 2006
Smith Family:
I just learned today about Chad's tragic accident. My daughter Anne died last month as a result of a tragic fall. She was only 27. My son Brian called me today to let me know that he knew Chad. I am so sorry for your loss. Our hearts ache as we truly understand what you are going through. May your hearts be filled with happy memories as you learn to live a life without Chad. Bless you all.
Susan & Larry Wallace
August 11, 2006
We just learned today of Chad's untimely death. He and our son, Scott, played soccer during their junior-high days with Roger Skaw's team. Chad was always a quiet,polite young man. In later years he and Scott rode dirt bikes together and became great friends. Scott was shocked to hear of Chad's death. Our sympathy and prayers are with his parents and his young family.
Becky Grosserode
August 2, 2006
Julie and family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May your faith, memories, family & friends give you strength during the days ahead.
Jamie Hunter
July 31, 2006
Chad was always more of a brother to me than a cousin. I've thought back about my childhood this past week, and I have very few memories that do not include Chad. He touched my life in ways he'll never know. I promise, I will do everything in my power to make sure that Kim and the kids are taken care of from this point forward. I'll also try to some how to fill the void left in Randy and Julie's lives. They have always treated me as if I were a son of their own, and I've never forgotten that. I know Chad would do the same if the situation was reversed. My only regret is that we didn't spend more time together these past couple of years. Chad used every extra minute working on his house and was too proud to ask for help. Chad will be truely missed. My love goes out to him and his family.
Darlene Trotter
July 31, 2006
Julie,
I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.
May God be with you and comfort you.
Marianne and Chris Crane
July 30, 2006
Kim,
We are so sorry to hear about your loss. Please let us know if we can do anything to help you and your family.
Gail & Jim Spevak
July 29, 2006
Julie, We just returned home today (Sat.) and learned about your son's passing. I am so very, very sorry for your loss and am at a total loss for words. Just know that you and your entire extended family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Jan Ritterbush
July 29, 2006
Julie-
My heart and prayers are with your family. Thanks to Patrick for letting me know about Chad. From what I know about working with you, I am sure Chad was a wonderful person. How could he be any different. Time will heal and the memories of a great son will linger forever. The grandchildren will help to keep his memory alive.
Love and prayers to all of you.
Kathy Jenkins
July 29, 2006
Julie,
I am so sorry to hear - Our thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.
Jeff & Frances Thompson
July 27, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Todd Simms
July 27, 2006
Smith Family,
I just wanted to let you know that my deepest thoughts and prayer’s are with all of you! I know there are no words that I can say that could possibly ease the pain, but remember Chad’s spirit will live on through all the lives that he has touched throughout the years. Chad was a wonderful friend and will greatly be missed!
Bryan Turner
July 27, 2006
I met Smitty at Iowa State and always laughed at his rainforest room, with all the wildlife and plants. I'll never forget him.
Andrew Murray
July 27, 2006
To the Smith Family,
My prayers and thoughts are with you. Chad was a great person and will truly be missed.
Pam Brooks
July 27, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of sorrow. God Bless You.
Steve and Pam Brooks
Stacy Christopherson
July 26, 2006
Julie and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you. I can't even imagine what you are going through. Please let your Marriott family know what we can do to help.
Diane Hayes
July 26, 2006
Our hearts are broken.
Dayrna Sieleman
July 26, 2006
Kim I am so sorry for your loss, may God be with you and your children always.
Cindy & Frank Osburn
July 26, 2006
God blesses us with life, and cares for us throughout. May God's blessings be with you during these troubled times. And may Chad's legacies touch others.
Gladys Demson
July 26, 2006
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help at this time.
Deborah Norskov
July 26, 2006
Julie:
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
God Bless - J.M.J.
Deb Norskov and Family
Kelly Tomasello
July 26, 2006
Julie,
My heart goes out to you. If I can help in any way please let me know. You are in my prayers.
Tom Hromadka
July 26, 2006
Dear Amy, Randy & Julie: My deepest condolences for the loss of Chad. Although words can't take away the pain you feel for this loss, I just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Chad - Distance can put a strain on friendships... but it is funny how a 30 minute conversation can make it seem like I never left. You were always genuine - told it how it was, yet able to see the big picture of what life was all about. I'm sure I'm not the only one that learned from that. Thanks for the midnight b-ball games, fishing trips that never amounted to a record catch (mostly bullheads), and golf outings that normally included one broken club (the dreaded driver). Do me a favor and watch over your family while you're up there. And if you want to push me in the right direction every now and again, please do so. Your pal, Tom
The Zadalis Family
July 26, 2006
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Belinda Thrash
July 26, 2006
You and your family are in my thoughts and paryers.
Kathy Fischer
July 26, 2006
Julie and family,
I am truly sorry for your lost. You and your family are in my prayers and thoughts.
Connie Hook
July 26, 2006
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
July 26, 2006
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
DJ & Carolyn Herron
July 26, 2006
Julie, we wish to express our sincere and deepest sympathy. We pray that God will comfort you and your family and give you peace and understanding. May your loving memories of Chad bring you joy and strength.
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