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Bernice Smith Obituary

Age 56, of Eastlake, passed away Sat. Dec. 16th. Funeral service Sat. Dec. 23rd at 11:00 AM from Greater New Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, 4113 – Inglenook Street, Birmingham. Burial in Elmwood Cemetery. Viewing Friday 1-7 PM. Arrington Funeral Home, Inc. Directing.

Published by AL.com (Birmingham) from Dec. 20 to Dec. 22, 2017.
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Bernice, wow my friend, I cant believe it's been a year since you left us. Continued peaceful R.I.H, you will never be forgotten.

Mamie Stewart

Friend

December 16, 2019

My sincere condolences to the family. May God "comfort your hearts" during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16-17

January 20, 2018

My deepest sympathy to the Smith/Mitchell family. I am so sorry for loss of Bernice. Stay lifted up to God he will keep you all strong at this time!

Elaine Buckhana

Neighbor

December 25, 2017

I am so sorry for your loss. May God provide the comfort and strength that your family needs at this difficult time (Matthew 5:4). Your family will be in my prayers.

December 23, 2017

My deepest sympathy to the Smith/Mitchell family. I am so, so sorry for the loss of your love one. May GOD give you strength and comfort you during this most difficult time.

Ruth Walker

December 22, 2017

Bernice was a beautiful person inside and out and her smile bring out the love and passion for others. She was a very loving and caring friend. Annette..Betty and family I love you all praying that GOD strengthen your hearts. Love Twynette and Family

Twynette Thomas

Sister

December 22, 2017

Blessed to have known such a sweet spirit. She will be misssed deeply. Our condolences to the family.

Rev. Earl, Veronica, and Keon Carson

December 22, 2017

Praying that God will strengthen the family and you all will get through this loss.

Kathy Bishop

December 22, 2017

A true friend that I have known for 31 years. Bernice you will be missed. May GOD Bless and comfort. LOVE Forsetta McCord.

Forsetta McCord

December 22, 2017

I MISS SEEN YOUR FACE EVERY SUNDAY MY FRIEND LOT LOVE R I P U ALWAY BE WITH US

GERTHA CARNATHAN

December 22, 2017

BERNICE WILLIAM SHAFT.T.THEMAN IS GOING TOO MISSED U ÀND THAT SWEET HEAVENLY SMILE U LIGHT UP MY WORLD WHEN I SEE IT NOW U IS UP IN HEAVENLY HEAVEN SMILING DOWN WITH THAT SAME SMILE BÈRNICE REST IN THE ANGELS ARMS I WILL BE. SADDED BUT GOD CALLED U HOME TO BE WITH HIM AND HIS SON AND FOR U TO SING IN THE HEAVENLY CHURCH ,BERNICE WILLIAM SHAFT.T.THEMAN IS GOING TOO MISSED U ÀND THAT SWEET HEAVENLY SMILE U LIGHT UP MY WORLD WHEN I SEE IT NOW U IS UP IN HEAVENLY HEAVEN SMILING DOWN WITH THAT SAME SMILE BÈRNICE REST IN THE ANGELS ARMS I WILL BE. SADDED BUT GOD CALLED U HOME TO BE WITH HIM AND HIS SON AND FOR U TO SING IN THE HEAVENLY CHURCH

WILLIAM Shaft T Pritchette

December 22, 2017

Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. Keeping the family in my prayers.

Sherri Toney

December 21, 2017

SUCH A BEAUTIFUL SPIRIT.SUCH A WARM SMILE.YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED.REST NOW IN OUR SAVIOR'S ARMS.YOUR FORMER CO-WORKER, ROBBIE EILEEN HOWARD

December 21, 2017

Annette & Family,
May you find Comfort in knowing that you all are in my thoughts & prayers! It was only June 2017 that we were in D.C. & we all created fond memories. So may the memories of Bernice live on in your hearts!

Victoria Steele

December 21, 2017

Keeping your family in my prayers. Bernice had such a beautiful spirit. Will truly be missed.

Felita Watkins

December 21, 2017

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Tykeia McNeil

December 21, 2017

May your heart and soul find peace and comfort, during your time of bereavement..

With Deepest Sympathy.
Jessie Means

Regions Bank

December 21, 2017

Worked with her at SouthTrust. Such a sweet lady. Thoughts and prayers to her and her family. Gone to soon.

Sandra Bice

December 21, 2017

Thanking Almighty God for the gift of memory as I will always remember a beautiful person that lived as Bernice. Bernice, a beautiful life that lives on.

Norma DeEtta Allen

December 21, 2017

Praying for the family. May God give you strength during this difficult time. Lean on Him.
- Hayes High Class of 1980.

Patience Walker Davis

December 21, 2017

My heartfelt condolences to the family.You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Bernice, Rest In Heaven girl, I will truly miss you my friend!

Mamie R. Stewart

December 21, 2017

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