Herbert Smith

Herbert Smith

Herbert Smith Obituary

Published by W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home on Feb. 20, 2011.
SMITH, Herbert A., entered eternal rest on February 16, 2011. Born in Richmond, Va. on November 11, 1955, he was preceded in death by his father, Herbert Smith. He is survived by wife, Angela Smith; mother, Laura Smith; sons, Shaka and Desmond Smith and Domiquie Bryant; three brothers, Keith Smith (Roslyn), Dwight Smith and Carlton Smith; one sister, Loretta Uzzell (Benjamin); four grandchildren and a host of other relatives. His remains rest at the W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home, 2700 North Ave. Funeral services will be conducted on Monday, February 21, at 12 noon. Rev. Larry Miles officiating. Interment Oakwood Cemetery at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, February 22.


This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Herbert Smith's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

February 22, 2011

Shari Williams posted to the memorial.

February 22, 2011

Shari Williams posted to the memorial.

February 22, 2011

francine mealy posted to the memorial.

Shari Williams

February 22, 2011

Deeply sadden by the loss of Herbert worked with him for many year. Often spoke of his family. Very nice person to work with. May God comfort you all in your hour of sorry.

Shari Williams

February 22, 2011

Co-worker of HERBERT four many years. He would often speak of his family. I pray that God will comfort you all in your hour of sorry.

francine mealy

February 22, 2011

I,M Sadden and upset to hear of your loss. your father was a nice gentleman that i worked with at pmusa. he loved his sons, talked about you daily. continue to make him proud. with deepest sympathy.
Francine and Gregory Mealy

Alice Calhoun and Family

February 22, 2011

To The Family,
I offer heart felt sympathy to you at this time of loss. My prayers are with you as you carry on. May you find peace in your memories. May you find love in his quite strength and May you find comfort in the word of God. To carry you through this time and into the future.

February 21, 2011

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL THE SMITH FAMILY FOR YOUR LOSS. FROM HERBERT'S ET CO-WORKER CAROL OUTLAW

BIG I

February 21, 2011

TO THE SMITH FAMILY ,YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY FROM THE CFS PM FAMILY

Yvonne Henderson

February 21, 2011

I was saddened to hear of the loss of my Cousin Herb. Please except my condolences. I am praying for you, your sons and the rest of Our Family to get through this difficult time with peace that comes from the knowledge that Gods loves us and will take care of us. Expect me to call and check on you in the next week.
Your Caring Cousin

Audrey Bailey & Family

February 21, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

LaToryia Roy

February 20, 2011

The Smith family, you're in my prayers. And I pray the lord give you the strength to pull through this sorrow.

Andrea Trent

February 20, 2011

So sorry to hear about Herbert...we all grew up in Northside of Richmond! I pray that you will find peace in God! RIP Herbert!

Cherylene Edwards-Smith

February 20, 2011

To The Smith Family,

Sorry to hear about the passing of Herb...our condolences to the family and other love ones...May GOD richly strengthen you doing this difficult time...our prayers with you always....

Margie, Pam, Lisa Edwards

DOMETRIA ALSTON

February 20, 2011

TO THE SMITH FAMILY IT IS WITH DEEPEST SYMPATHY WE THE ROBERTS FAMILY EXTEND OUR HEART OUT TO YOU DURING YOUR TIME OF GRIEVING .

From the staff of W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home

February 20, 2011

We present this guestbook to you with deepest compassion and with our sincerest expression of sympathy.

Showing 1 - 13 of 13 results

W.S. Watkins & Son Funeral Home

2700 North Avenue, Richmond, VA 23222

Make a Donation
in Herbert Smith's name

How to support Herbert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Herbert Smith's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sponsored

Sign Herbert Smith's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

February 22, 2011

Shari Williams posted to the memorial.

February 22, 2011

Shari Williams posted to the memorial.

February 22, 2011

francine mealy posted to the memorial.