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Paul Smith Obituary
Paul "Brian" Smith, 42, of Killen, was welcomed home by his Lord and Saviour on Feb. 19, 2013, after a 26-month battle with pancreatic cancer. Brian fought the fight and walked the walk of being a Christian. Brian praised the Lord and gave Him all the honor and glory throughout his battles of life. He was one of the most caring and genuine people you would ever meet.
Brian enjoyed loving, laughing and spending as much time with his children as he could. He attended Faith Church and was a 1989 graduate of Brooks High School. He last worked at Pettey Machine Works in Trinity. Brian began racing lawnmowers in 2007 to pass the time, he began using mower racing as a tool in witnessing to people for the Lord. Brian was a member of the Bama Tennessee Lawn Mower Racing Association, where his username on their forum was "Follower of Jesus".
Visitation will be Friday, Feb. 22, 2013, 5-8 p.m. at Elkins East Chapel. Funeral services will be Saturday, Feb. 23, 2013, at 11 a.m. at Elkins East Chapel, with Brother Tommy James and Brother Mike Nash officiating.
Brian was preceded in death by an infant son, Gregory Smith.
He is survived by two precious children, Emily Abigail "Abbey" Smith and Jonathan Brilee Smith, whom he fought for and told them frequently "that his love was immeasurable for them;" parents, Paul L. and Gloria M. Smith, Killen; brother, Curt Smith (Tammie), Killen; sisters, Kim Cawthron (Jim), Rogersville, and Gloria Ayn Goar (Chris), Killen; nieces, Lindsey Dill (Shandy), Annie Cawthron, Terah Smith, Bre Goar; nephews, Sawyer Smith and Will Cawthron; great-niece, Charlotte Dill; special friends, Bill and Brenda Morrow; and host of other friends.
Special thanks to Dr. Sheelvanth and the wonderful staff at Midwestern Regional Medical Center (Cancer Treatment Centers of America) in Zion, Ill. for all their dedication that gave us 26 more months with Brian. Dr. Dorene Morris and Dr. Jason Wilkes, the care 6th West at ECM gave when he was admitted from time to time, Paula, Kim and Tracy of Gentiva Hospice. Thank you to Faith Church for the support you have given over the past and continue to give.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you donate to help research pancreatic cancer KNOW IT, FIGHT IT, END IT at pancan.org or donate to the patient assistance program at Midwestern Regional Medical Hospital (CTCA), ATTN: Assistance in Healthcare, 2520 Elisha Avenue, Zion, IL 60099.
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Adam Dickerson
March 22, 2013
To Brian and his family,
Brian and I were friends in school and everytime I see a go-cart or an old lawn mower, I think of him and I think I always will. Brian was a good man, a great friend and had an amazing memory for our high school days. I know you are all missing him but I hope it helps to know the rest of us are too. Our prayers are still with you all.
Dr. Adam Dickerson and family
February 25, 2013
Brian was a wonderful friend and co-worker at Southeastern, and Die-Tech. He will be greatly missed to all. Glenn Marks
Shane Fulks
February 25, 2013
Brian will be missed. It is Heavens gain. Brian was a inspiration to me over the last 2 years. Our prayers are with the family. We love you all.
Amy McGee-Rickard
February 25, 2013
Thoughts & prayers for all of Brian's family. He was a great man. He helped me through a rough time about a year & a half ago. His words & scripture he gave to me helped me more than anyone would know.I also got the pleasure of meeting his precious children. I will miss him dearly & I know you all will.
Thoughts & prayers are with you all
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Belinda Hill
February 22, 2013
I am sorry for your loss. Brian is with the Lord now and free from pain. Brian never failed to have a smile on his face or a prank up His sleeve for Steve and I when He saw us. Always coming up behind us and acting like someone else. He loved His children very much and told us awhile back that He wanted to make His time hear with them as happy as He could. He wanted to be strong for them. And Brian accomplished this and so much more, He never lost His faith in Christ and never let the cancer take away His sweet spirit. He will be greatly missed and we will always remember Brian with Love and admiration for His courageous fight with cancer. He is and will be an inspiration to us all. Rest in peace Brian you have earned it. We will meet again in Heaven.Praying for all of Brians family. Belinda and Steve hill
Roger Howard
February 22, 2013
Dear Family,
How I wish I could make this easy for you! Unfortunately, I can't do that. Please take comfort in knowing that Brian is suffering no longer and is at peace with his Father. I wish you all peace and comfort until you meet Brian again.
Melanie Mitchell
February 22, 2013
Brian, you are going to be missed by all the ones that love you. You will be in my prayers and are with Our God and Savior.
Suzanne Morris
February 22, 2013
Brian was "one of a kind!" We are keeping all of you in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless you all.
John, Suzanne (Lulu), Cole & Cody Morris
February 22, 2013
Brian will be missed. It is our loss and Heavens gain. Brian was a inspiration. Our prayers are with the family. We love you all.
Rod & Tina Peden
February 22, 2013
We will miss your very much!
Tony Salas
February 22, 2013
Loyce and I would like to express our sincere condolences to the Smith family. May we take comfort in knowing that he is with the Lord and will no longer suffer in this world!
February 22, 2013
FullThrottle Lawn mower racing crew will miss Brian very much. He was an amazing man and friend. Go Rest High on the Mountain Brian.
Donna Miller-Maschke
February 22, 2013
I have known Brian for a long time. We went to high school together and were also in the same Sunday School class at Faith Church. I held and played with his two precious babies in the church nursery often. Brian was a fighter, a friend, a brother in christ, and the BEST father of all to Abbey & Jonathan. Brian is an inspiration to us all; that no matter what we go through on this temporary life journey, always glorify and praise God in all that we do. We shall see each other again someday! Praise the Lord, King of Kings, Lord of all Lords. You are now Home with your Father. Bless you!
February 22, 2013
To Paul, Gloria and Family, I didn't know Brian that well but I do know his mom and I heard so many good things about him from everyone who knew him. You all have my sympathy and prayers. God bless you all. Patsy Harvey
February 22, 2013
Gloria ~ I am so sorry for your loss. Brian was such a sweet and loving person. He touched my heart in the short time that I knew him. Take comfort in knowing he is in Heaven and pain free. GOD BLESS YOU ALL!! Love you girl~Renee
Brandy Barnett
February 21, 2013
Brian was my youth pastor for a short time yrs ago. He was a wonderful person and a good chriztian man. He always made me laugh. I seen him a few mnths ago aftr nt seeing him for yrs. I will miss him sooo much.
Lise Griffin
February 21, 2013
It makes me smile to think of Brian in the arms of our Lord and Saviour Jesus!
Prayers to the Family for Comfort and Peace.
George Herrin
February 21, 2013
You will be missed Brian. you were a fierce competitor on and off the track. You fought the fight of your life and now may you rest in peace and God Bless your family.
Jim & Janice Hulsizer
February 21, 2013
You have fought a good fight. Now enjoy the comfort of the Lord.
February 21, 2013
sorry to hear this,God bless you all. You tractor buddy,Dan Martin
Meletha Frederick-Payton
February 21, 2013
Brian will be missed. He was a real inspiration to us all during his battle with cancer, with his uplifting words & trust in The Lord. We all ask "Why" but Brian didn't, he knew God had a plan for him. I regret not coming by to see him but I loved reading his FB page for those encouraging words of praise. My prayers go out to the family & his children.
Kimberly Snyder
February 21, 2013
A true testiment of faith! You will be missed but we will see you again. Prayers to his family and friends. He touched SO many lives!
Donny Weaver
February 21, 2013
Brian was a great guy, friend, father, Christian. When I spoke with him he was always in good spirits and thankful to praise God. I pray for comfort and peace on all the family and friends.
Reagan Mcgee
February 21, 2013
You will be missed by many. Your wonderful smile and laughter will forever be a part of my memories of you.
Cheri Charles-Miles
February 21, 2013
Brian was always so nice and soft spoken. He will be missed by many. May God give you peace and love during this time. Know that Brian walks with God and the Angels in Heaven.
joan fisher
February 21, 2013
gloria and family, i was sorry to hear about brian , we know that he is with the lord now.joan fisher
Ruby Murdock
February 21, 2013
God is our refuge and strength,and ever-present help in trouble. Therefore we will not fear.... The Lord Almighty is with us. Psalm 46: 1-2,7 NIV Praying for God's Mercy, Grace and Tender Love for all of Brian's loved ones. He is now resting in Peace with his Lord & Savior.
Mike Underwood
February 21, 2013
Last time I saw Brian, he came up behind me in Capt. D's and gave me a big bear hug. He didn't mind letting his emotions show, and that he cared about you. A dear brother who impacted many lives for Christ.
April R.
February 21, 2013
Yours is a life lived well and full. Thank you for the memories. Your contagious joy and laughter will be missed.
Kimberly and Timothy Bradley
February 21, 2013
Lifting your family up in prayer. He was a great person and will be missed. He is walking with our sweet loving Lord and you will see him again. God Bless all of you.
Carey Hulett
February 21, 2013
Brian rest in peace you're in a better place now.God Bless
Carey Hulett
February 21, 2013
Brian you will be greatly missed,but you're in a better place now.
Vicky Barber
February 21, 2013
Praying that this family is lifted up in their times of sorrow, and that God rests His hands of comfort on them.
Belinda & Geoff Vick & family
February 21, 2013
Rejoicing with you all about the fact that Brian is no longer suffering, however separation from our loved ones is so difficult! You are all in our thoughts and prayers for God's peace & comfort in the days ahead. God bless you always! Our love to you all...
quita leopard
February 21, 2013
Praying for the family
Tonia Faust Belcher
February 21, 2013
Brian and I were good friends in high school. He was so funny and caring! He will be missed.
Suzette Allen
February 21, 2013
I am very sorry for your loss. I always remember Brian with a smile on his face. Praying for all of you, especially his two children. May God's peace comfort you.
Suzette Tidwell Allen BHS Class of 88
Kathy McGee McRight
February 21, 2013
To the family of Brian,
I am so very for your loss. I rejoice in the fact that Brian is no longer sufferring and most importantly, he is with our Lord and Savior. Please know that your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
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