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Leon Smith Obituary

Leon Smith, Sr. (Smitty)

Leon L. Smith, Sr., 82, died on Monday, June 24, 2013. Born January 3, 1931 in K.C., KS, he moved his family to So. Calif in 1951, traveling historic Route 66 to L.A. He lived in Torrance for 26 years. He retired as a detective with LAPD after 31 years of service. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and a youth football coach in Torrance, CA for five seasons from 1958 to 1962. His team, the Mustangs, won five straight league championships. He was awarded an honorary PTA life membership in 1962 by the California Congress of Parents and Teachers for his work in youth sports as a football coach, referee and Little League umpire. He was a goalie for the Hollywood Hawks and the San Diego Ravens in roller hockey leagues in the 1950s, which were televised in the L.A. and San Diego areas. In 1982 he became the first person to author a book depicting Hollywood movie and television locations in the greater L.A. area. Many books on this subject followed. He was a member of the National Film Society and a graduate of the National Writer's School. Mr. Smith was preceded in death by his wife, Georgia Smith. He is survived by his previous wife, Barbara Smith; his brother ,Eugene Phillips (Eudora) of Independence, MO; his sons, Leon Jr. (Bunny) of Mission Viejo, Jerry Smith (Maria) of Moreno Valley Ranch; daughters, Judy Kirk, Beverly Stanzione, both of Oceanside; stepchildren, Valerie Durham, Paul Durham (Linda) and Terry Metoyer; grandchildren, Leon Smith III (Trish), Guy Smith (Kerrin), Jerry Smith, Jr. (Talia), Colton Smith, Deanna Kirk, Dennis Kirk, Anna Stanzione; Amber Stanzione; step-grandchildren, Rick Perry, Sean Durham, Danny Metoyer and Jeremy Metoyer; many great-grandchildren and one great-great-granddaughter. A funeral service will be held, 1:00 p.m., Monday, July 1, 2013 at Eternal Hills Memorial Park Chapel, 1999 El Camino Real, Oceanside. Interment will follow. Please sign the guestbook
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Hi Dad June 24,2021 would of been 8 years. I love and miss you every single day Until we meet again.

Beverly Stanzione

Family

June 29, 2021

Hi Dad On February 2,2021 I got into a horrible Car accident on Ortega Hwy. There is only 2 lanes and a car was coming into my lane so I tried to avoid hitting him instead I lost control of my car and went into the on coming traffic going towards the cliff and the car hit back into my lane and it was mess. This highway is very dangerous to drive. I know you, Anna and Mom were my Angels that day. I almost died but I am still here. I broke my ring finger and got 7 stitches on my hand and I am sore all over my body. Amber is taking good care of me. I miss and love you so much Dad. Until Dr meet again. Love Bevvie

Beverly Stanzione

Daughter

February 10, 2021

Hi Dad I think about you every single day. In June it well be 8 years and it seems like yesterday. I miss and Love you Dad. Until we meet again. Love Bevvie XO

Beverly Stanzione

Daughter

January 26, 2021

Well Dad it has been 6 years today since you pass away and it seems like yesterday. I miss you so much. I always remember the good times we shared with our family. I love you Dad and I think of you everyday. Until we meet again.

Love Bevvie

June 24, 2019

To my Hero of a Dad: Today is the day 5 years ago today June 24th you left this world and it hasn't been the same since. How I miss and love you so much. I thought about you all day. Until we meet again I love you Dad Love Bevvie

June 24, 2018

Hi Dad: Happy Father's Day in Heaven, I wish you were here so I could just hug you and tell you how much I love you and appreciated you life as my Dad. Love Bevvie

June 16, 2018

Hi Dad: Well it is the month of June and I hate June, 3 reasons why, Anna Birthday is the 14th and she would of been 45 years old, you pass away on the 24th on your Mom Birthday and the 27th my Birthday which I really don't celebrate since you pass away 3 days before my Birthday. I hope this month gets over real quick. Love and miss you everyday Dad. Love Bevvie

June 4, 2018

Hi Dad: I went to see you yesterday and wishing you were here with me.Today is GirlCat 7th Birthday and she is so big and doesn't still play ball with anyone, she only played ball with you and brought you the ball back so you could play with her.Dad I love and miss you so much.
Love Bevvie

May 8, 2018

Hi Dad: I have been thinking of you so much lately. GirlCat is getting so big,she will be 7 years old May 8,2018.Dad I love and miss so much. I wish we could turn the clocks back and let the memories begin. Love Bevvie

April 6, 2018

Hi Dad: Happy Birthday in Heaven. You would of been 87 years old today,I wish you were still here so we could go to Chile's to celebrate and have a beer. Love you to the moon and back. <3 Love Bevie

January 3, 2018

Hi Dad: Happy New years in heaven,wish you were here.I have been thinking of you,Mom and my beautiful Anna. Please give Mom and Anna a big hug and kisses.
Love Bevvie

December 31, 2017

Dad:Merry Christmas in heaven. I miss you so much Dad especially when the holidays are here. Your Great Granddaughter Brianna is such a doll. Santa came buy and she was a good girl all year long. HAHA I wish you were here I have been missing you something terrible. Amber has been real sick she had a kidney affection and it was very painful for her but she is getting better. Love you to the moon and back
Love Bevvie

December 25, 2017

Dad: So much has happen these last couple of months. Judy had open heart surgery on Sept.15,2017 and I also had open heart surgery on Sept.20.2017 just 5 days apart. We share our pain together. I am so surprise that I made it as bad as my heart was. I can walk around my whole complex without stopping to take a breath and being out of breath by the time I get home.I am doing pretty good. Thursday I fell on my bottom and I am so sore today. I guess I still need that walker for a short while.We all miss you Dad. Wish you were here to see your great granddaughter Brianna she is 14 months now and she is a beautiful sweet girl,my little stinker. Love and miss you so much Dad.
Love Bevvie

October 21, 2017

Dearest Beverly,

I hope you are feeling better! You did the right thing by following your instincts and following the guidance provided by your father (and mother).

My thoughts are with you. Speedy healing and good health.


Love Always,
Emily

Emily Fleisher

March 25, 2017

Hi Dad Missing you so much. I have been real sick these last 3 weeks with a bad cold so I finally went to ER yesterday and it took me 7 hours to find out my results and I have Pneumonia and I am be treated for it and sent home with medicine. I feel better today and I will as the days go by. I know you were telling me to go because I always get so sick with a cold but I am also so stubborn sometimes. Love you Dad Love Bevvie

March 23, 2017

Hi Dad Talk to Bill/10280 and it would of been 58 years since you joined the force. Like we both said that was a long time ago. After almost 4 years we still call each other on the 9th we make each other feel better especially about you. I wish I could find a nice man like Bill but I don't think there is any left. HAHA I am so pickie I guess I will be single forever. Dad we all love you and miss you so much. Love Bevvie and GirlCat

February 9, 2017

Happy Birthday in Heaven Dad I know I am a day late but I was feeling real sad yesterday, You would of been 86 Years old. I went by the Cemetary to see you. I love and miss you Dad. Love Bevvie

January 4, 2017

Dad It is almost Christmas time and I am missing you so much. I wish you could of been here to see your beautiful Great Granddaughter Brianna. Merry Christmas in Heaven Dad. I love you so much. Love Bevvie

December 23, 2016

Hi Dad Missing you so much especially this month. Today Oct.26,2016 Anna has been gone 2 years and it seems like yesterday. I just let her balloons go like I do ever year. Tomorrow it will be 3 years for Mom and that doesn't seem possible. I love you to the moon and back Dad. Love Bevvie

October 26, 2016

Hi Dad Just got back from Kansas City Mo. your home town and I thought of you so much while I was there. I was in a wedding Lesta youngest son Joey and I had a lot of fun. I made the flowers for them and they turned out beautiful. I got home sick because I miss my beautiful new Granddaughter Brianna Nicole. Wish you were here Dad. Love You Love Bevvie

September 25, 2016

Dad: Amber had a beautiful baby girl on Aug.18,2016 7lbs 6ozs 181/2 inches long and Brown hair can you believe that. Her name is Brianna Nicole Valadez Wish you were here Dad. Love You Love Bevvie

August 22, 2016

Dear Beverly,
Welcome to Brianna Nicole! I am sure she will bring a lot of joy and happiness to your family.
Absolutely everyone is looking down with pride.
Sending love to all,
Emily Audra

Emily Audra Fleisher

August 19, 2016

Hi Dad Today is the big day your Granddaughter Amber is going to be a Mom to her daughter Brianna Nicole Valadez at 3:00 P.M. Aug.18th wish you were here to see your great granddaughter. You would of loved Mike he is a great Man. Love You Dad Love Bevvie

August 18, 2016

Well Dad Today I am 61 years old and this is another year without you. Amber and Mike made sure I had a wonderful Birthday. Love you and Miss you Dad. Love Bevvie

June 27, 2016

Hi Dad: It has been 3 years already since you have pass away and went to heaven. It seems like yesterday and I will never forget the day you pass away it was a horrible night mare for me because I was the only one with you when you pass away. There is so much going on in my life I wish you were here so I could talk to you like the old times. I still watch your Lawrence Welk Show every Saturday in your memory. Dad I wish you were here for Amber baby to born, she is having a girl and I can't wait. Well my Birthday is the 27th on Monday and my Birthday's will never be the same. Love you Dad Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

June 24, 2016

Hi Dad Happy Father's Day in Heaven. I get so sad when it comes this time of year, Father's Day,The day you pass away and my Birthday so I hate the month of June. I love and miss you so much. Love Bevvie

June 19, 2016

Hi Dad: The last past couple of days I have been meaning to write you but I have been sad, Anna 43rd Birthday was the June14th. Give her a hug and kiss for me. Amber had her Baby shower on Sunday the 12th and it turned out real nice. I wish you were here for the new arrival it is A girl and her name is Brianna Nicole Valadez she is due to arrive Aug.29th but I think Amber will have her early. I miss and love you Dad. Love Bevvie

June 16, 2016

Dearest Beverly,

I truly understand the sadness you feel when you think about your beloved father.
He (and your mom) are indeed watching over you and your loved ones... especially now that Amber is expecting a baby!
It's so great that your dad's friend stays in touch with you on a regular basis. "Bill/10280" adored your dad and beautifully captures all of the terrific and special moments of their relationship, not only as partners, but also as great friends.
This way, you can cherish the memories, too.
You are always in my heart, Beverly.
Love you,

Emily Audra Fleisher

May 16, 2016

Hi Dad: Next month June 24th you have been gone 3 years already and my Birthday is 3 days later and I will never have a good Birthday because you left me. Amber is now 6 months pregnant and she looks so cute. I finally left Oceanside after 6 years and moved to Lake Elsinore with Amber and her future husband.Since you pass away I or 10280 calls on the 9th of every month and that comforts me alot. Bill/10280 always tells me about when you were partners on the force and believe me he has some funny stories. Love you Dad Love Bevvie Here is your favorite photo of me.

May 15, 2016

Bevvie Stanzione

May 15, 2016

Hi Dad: I have been thinking about you a lot and I just want you to know you are always in my heart. Amber is having a baby girl and we are naming it after Anna. I wish you were here for this special occasion. Amber baby is due Aug.29th. YAY Love you Dad Love Bevvie

May 1, 2016

Hi Dad: Talk to Bill on the 2-8-2016 we usually talk on the 9th but we were busy that day,so anyway Bill reminded me that it was 57 years when you got on the police force,that is so long ago.I miss and love you. Love Bevvie

February 11, 2016

Hi Dad Happy New Year in Heaven. Amber is having a baby and it is due in Aug.2016. YAY Wish you could be here. Love and Miss you so much. Love Bevvie

January 2, 2016

Dearest Beverly,

I've been thinking of you this holiday season.
I know you have plenty of memories... happy, sentimental and sad.
I'm joyful at the news of Amber's engagement! Please wish them the best for me.
Happy New Year!
Keep the faith.
Love,
Emily Audra

December 28, 2015

Hi Dad Merry Christmas in Heaven. I was over Amber for the holidays so this is the first chance I have to tell you Merry Christmas. Amber is engaged to be married finally. I wish you were here to give her away. Love and Miss you Dad. Love Bevvie

December 27, 2015

Dad Today is the 9th of Dec. and I talked to 10280/Bill. Bill misses you so much. We always comfort one another when we are sad about anyone especially you. I love and miss you so much. Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

December 9, 2015

Hi Dad:it has been a hard week for me my dear friend Marian Whipple pass away and I am so sad she left me.She would always comfort me when I was sad.Now she is gone and I have no one out here as good as she was. We would go to the movies,dinner or lunch.If you see her Dad tell her I love her and I will miss her dearly. I miss and love you so much Dad. Love Bevvie

Beverly Stanzione

November 21, 2015

Beverly Stanzione

November 21, 2015

Hi Dad Today it has been one year since Anna pass away and I miss and love her so much,please tell her for me. Tomorrow is Mom 2 years since she pass away.I don't know how much more I can take. I miss you so much and our talks. Until we meet again. Love you Dad Love Bevvie

October 26, 2015

Hi Dad I wasn't home on the 24th but I was thinking about you. There isn't a day that goes by that I don't think about you. Sunday I went to Lake Arrowhead with Amber to go see our friend James. We had a blast and I fell in the lake. LOL My phone,camera and wallet went with me but thank god I put it in white rice because now my phone and camera are working. Tell Anna I love and miss her so much and it has been 10 months today. Love you Dad. Love Bevvie

August 26, 2015

Hi Dad Well it has been 2yrs and one month you have been gone and it seems like yesterday. My computer has been down so that is why I haven't been on but it is fix now. Miss you everyday and I love you. Love Bevvie

July 24, 2015

Hi Dad Today is my 60th Birthday and I am missing you alot and Amber too.My friend Emily is going to leave you on permanently here so I can talk to you. I wish you could of met her she is a real nice lady and I love her. Emily always thinks of everyone and she has a big heart. Tell my Anna and Mom I send my love and I am always thinking of them. Love Bevvie

June 27, 2015

Dearest Beverly,
Today is Friday, June 25, 2015. I know that the second anniversary of your father's passing was just two days ago.
Know that I'm thinking of you and sending my love... always.
I have made arrangements for this tribute site to remain permanently online. So, you will forever be able to share your thoughts and feelings about your parents, your daughter and anyone else whom you love and cherish. I am honored to do this for you and your family, dear Bev. You will ALWAYS be in my heart!
Love you,
Emily Audra

Emily Audra Fleisher

June 26, 2015

Hi Dad It has been 2 years already I can't believe it. I miss not talking to you and calling you. GirlCat is getting so big and she just turned 4yrs.old. GirCat does have a boyfriend and his name is Marley it is Amber Cat. I know you are in a better place and not suffering anymore.Until we meet again. Love You Dad
Love Bevvie

June 24, 2015

Dearest Beverly,

I know how challenging Father's Day can be without your beloved Dad. No matter how many Father's Days come around on the calendar, there is always a sadness and longing attached to the day.
Yesterday, my friend Marc and I spent the day together remembering our dads and our moms. We spent the entire day doing fun things (breakfast, movie, lunch) and finished the day with a visit to the cemetery. (All four of our parents are resting there). It was healing and sentimental at the same time. It was at the conclusion of our day and the visit was meaningful for both of us.
For Anna, your mom and dad and for everyone else whom you miss, try to remember the good times and remain inspired!
I love you!
Emily

Emily Audra Fleisher

June 22, 2015

Hi Dad: Happy Fathers Day, another year without you. I have been really missing you alot lately. Love you Dad Love Bevvie

June 21, 2015

Dad Today is Anna 42nd Birthday please give her a hug and kiss from all of us and tell her we are sending balloons to heaven. We love you Anna. Love you Dad Love Bevvie Love Mom

June 14, 2015

Beverly Stanzione

June 14, 2015

Dad It has been 23 months today and I miss you so much. There is so many things I need to tell you and ask you. Girlcat misses you so much. Love You Dad Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

May 24, 2015

Dearest Beverly,

I thought of you on Mother's Day. I hope you felt surrounded by love and special memories of your sweet mother and your beloved Anna.
Just remember that the bonds between a mother and a child are never broken!


Love Always,
Emily Audra

Emily Audra Fleisher

May 11, 2015

Dearest Beverly,

I thought of you on Mother's Day. I hope you felt loved and inspired as you remembered special times with Anna and your Mom.
Just remember that the bonds between a mother and a child are never broken.

Love Always,
Emily Audra

Emily Audra Fleisher

May 11, 2015

Dearest Beverly,

I thought of you on Mother's Day. Hopefully, you had a day filled with special memories and that you felt inspired and loved.
Of course, the bonds between a mother and a daughter are never broken!
Love always,
Emily Audra

Emily Audra Fleisher

May 11, 2015

Hi Dad Yesterday was Girlcat 4th Birthday and she does have a boyfriend name Marley reminds me of Boycat. Talk to 10280/Bill he is doing OK we always talk about you. I dread tomorrow which is Mother's Day, Mom being gone and Anna gone please give them both a big hug and kiss for me. Love You Dad Love Bevvie

May 9, 2015

Dad Today it has been 22 months and I have been missing you like crazy.I am so glad we had our 3 years together I wouldn't had it no matter what. My dear friend Emily bought your obituary for a life time so I can keep writing you,I wish you could of met her Dad she is so sweet. Love you Dad Love Bevvie

April 24, 2015

Dearest Beverly,
When you write from the heart to your loved ones, they hear you!
These wonderful tributes will not come to an end, my sweet friend. I will personally ensure that this Guest Book remains permanently online! You don't have to worry!
Just keep those candles burning brightly and all from above will see their glow and brightness and they will feel your love and devotion.
Keep the faith, dear friend.
I Love You!
Emily Audra

Emily Audra Fleisher

March 25, 2015

I forgot the candle. Sorry Dad. Love Bevvie

March 24, 2015

Hi Dad It has already been 21 months today and time sure does fly bye. I miss you so much. When June 28.2015 comes I will have to say my final good-bye to you because they take down the obituary. I love Dad Till we meet again. Love Bevvie

March 24, 2015

Dearest Beverly,
The bright candles burning remind us that our loved ones are indeed still with us in spirit. The gentle flame provides a glow that can fill our hearts with peace and love. Let the burning candles inspire you, dear friend. Let the burning candles be your own special loving link to both your parents and your sweet Anna.
I am thinking of you always. Miss you, Bev!
Love,
Emily

Emily Audra Fleisher

March 11, 2015

Hi Dad 10280/Bill called me yesterday and we had a great conversation. We both miss you so much. I love you Dad to the Moon and Back. Love Bevvie

March 10, 2015

Dad It has been already 20 months since you have been gone and I miss you so much. Love you Dad
Love Bevvie

February 24, 2015

Dad I just spoke to 10280 (Bill Williams)today is Feb.9,2015 and you both joined the academy 56 ago on Feb.9th and he said that was the first time he met you. Every month on the 9th we call each other in memory of you. Dad you are not forgotten. I am 10273 Daughter, that what I tell Bill. I sent him a Birthday Card for his Birthday which is the 15th of this month. Dad I love and miss you very much. Love Bevvie

February 9, 2015

Hi Dad Today it has been 3 months already since Anna went to heaven to be with you and Mom.Tell Anna I love and miss her so much. Love You Dad Until we meet again Love Bevvie

January 26, 2015

Wow Dad It has been already 19 months you have been gone. I miss you everyday. I miss my Anna so much,there is a part of me that died with her that day.I love you.Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

January 24, 2015

Happy 84th Birthday In Heaven Dad. I know the New Year is here but I am so lost without you,MOM and Anna. Love You all
Until we meet again. <3

January 3, 2015

Dearest Beverly,

I know Christmas was sad without your sweet Anna and your beloved parents.

May the New Year bring you peace, contentment and fulfillment and may you be able to feel the sunshine in your life... despite the sadness and tears.

You know I am always here for you... always.


With Love and Affection,
Emily Audra

Emily Audra

December 26, 2014

Dad Merry Christmas in Heaven. I miss you so much. Please take good care of my beautiful daughter Anna. This is my first Christmas without Anna and I am feeling so sad. All of you left way to soon for me. Love you Dad Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

December 25, 2014

Dad Today it has been 4 years ago that I found you on the floor in the den and thank god you were ok. I moved in with you and I was so happy to take care of you until you pass away June 24,2013 Never to be forgotten. Love you Dad Love Bevvie

December 18, 2014

Hi Dad I miss you so much. Bill called me the other day,we still call each on the 9th just right where you left off. I was at Anna yesterday and they got there tree and it wasn't the same without Anna not around. I miss my sweet Angel Anna,it hurts so bad. Love you guys. Love Bevvie

December 10, 2014

Dad It is almost Christmas time and I am not celebrating this year because this is Anna first year not being with me. I miss all of you so much. Please tell Anna I love her and you and Mom,it is so hard for me to deal with all of this. Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

December 6, 2014

Dad Happy Thanksgiving in Heaven to you,Mom and my sweet angel Anna. I love you all and I will be thinking of you all today and always. This is the first holiday without Anna and yes I am sad. Love you all. Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

November 27, 2014

Dearest Beverly,

I know this Thanksgiving holiday will be sad without your sweet Anna.

She (and your parents) will certainly be present in spirit.

Please know that I'm thinking of you and am keeping you close to my heart.

I'm thankful for the friendship that we share... a bond which started so many years ago!

Love you,
Emily Audra

Emily Audra Fleisher

November 26, 2014

Dad it has been 17 months since you have been gone and I miss you. We collected $940.00 thanks to Valerie for In Memory of Anna. Tell Anna I love and miss her so much. Until me meet again. Love Bevvie

November 24, 2014

Dad I need a hug from you now more than ever. I am so lost without my Anna. I put up a In Memory Of Anna Stanzione Donation to her children and I have already collected $320.00. Give Anna a hug for me. Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

November 21, 2014

Dad I just got home yesterday from Torrance I had to do a lot of legal matters for Anna and her family, we almost have it all done. It was an emotional week for me. I miss my Anna so much. Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

November 15, 2014

Dearest Beverly and Family,

I am so very sorry for your significant loss.

Your Anna was a true sweetheart!

I will forever cherish the memories of all of the wonderful times I spent with her when she was a little girl visiting her Nana.

Anna was a charmer! With her red hair and infectious smile, she always lit up a room. Anna was pure joy!

And, almost overnight... she grew up to be a terrific mother on her own!

I hope you are comforted by all of the special memories in your heart, Beverly.

Be strong and know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this very sad time.

I love you...

Emily Audra

October 31, 2014

Oh Dad Your beautiful Granddaughter Anna pass away on Sunday Oct.26,2014 @ 3:28P.M. I hope you met her at the gate with open arms. This is way to soon after you and Mom. I miss all 3 of you so much! Please take good care of my baby. Love you Bevvie

October 29, 2014

Dearest Beverly,
I know these are sad and anxious times for all of you.
May you find comfort and inspiration from all of us who love and care for you.
Your dad is certainly watching over you!
Stay strong, my sweet friend.
With love and friendship,
Emily

October 25, 2014

Dad It has been 16 months since you have been gone and I miss our talks. You are my hero of a Dad. I need you so much right now because Anna is almost ready to go to heaven. I cried all night hurting so much for Anna! Please meet her at the gate and hug her tight! Love you Dad! Love Bevvie

October 24, 2014

Dad Amber and I are going to see Anna and she isn't doing to well. I hate that word CANCER! We all love and miss you very much! Love Bevvie

October 19, 2014

Grandpa you are always on my mind. You are the best grandpa i could have ever asked for. You are my rolemodel. I love you forever and always your grandbaby Amber Nicole.

amber stanzione

September 8, 2014

Dear Bev,

I know your Dad will be watching over you and Anna at this time.

I'm thinking of all of you.

Yesterday, September 4th, was my time to remember Angelo. It's hard to believe thirty-two years have passed.

Keep the faith, my friend. I'm sending love and good wishes to all.

Love,
Emily

September 5, 2014

Dad I have been gone for the past couple of weeks because Anna is so sick the cancer came back. I am leaving again Saturday so I can be with her, she is still in the hospital. Please be her Angle and look over her. Love you Dad. Love Bevvie

September 3, 2014

Dad It has already been 13 months that you have been gone and I miss you so much. I called your home phone yesterday just to give me some comfort! GirlCat misses her Daddy! I love you to the moon and back! Love Bevvie

July 24, 2014

Hi Dad A very dear friend of mine Emily did a courtesy to our family to have your website for another year! YAY She knows how much I like to share my thoughts with you! I miss and love you so much Dad! Love Bevvie

July 6, 2014

Dear Bev and Family,
I want you to know how much you mean to me. I wish I had had the opportunity to meet your father... and your mother.
I've restored this tribute site for a year. I know how much you value the opportunity to share your thoughts and feelings here.
Just know how much I love you and that I'm thinking of all of you... especially sweet Anna.
Love Always,
Emily Audra

Emily Audra Fleisher

July 5, 2014

Dad Today is my 59th Birthday and I am so sad that your not here to celebrate with me but you are in a better place now. I will always remember the wonderful times we had! Love you to the moon and back! Love Bevvie

June 27, 2014

Dear Bev and family,

I just want you to know that I'm thinking of all of you.

As the years go by, all of the sweet memories of your beloved parents will be cherished all the more.

Although your mom and dad are no longer with you, their kind and gentle spirits remain in your heart... forever guiding and inspiring you!

Anniversaries, birthdays, Mother's Day and Father's Day, etc. may be difficult milestones.

Just keep thinking about the happy times!

You are special to me, sweet friend.

Love Always,
Emily

Emily Audra Fleisher

June 25, 2014

Dad Today it has been a year ago today that you pass away. We all miss and love you so much! Until we meet again. Love Bevvie

June 24, 2014

Happy Father's Day in Heaven Dad. This is the first Father Day without you. I miss you and love you to the moon and back! Love Bevvie

June 15, 2014

Dad I have been thinking about you so much lately,I just miss you so much! I love you Dad! Love Bevvie

June 7, 2014

Wow Dad it has already been 11 months since you have been gone. I miss you so much and I Love you to the moon and back! Love Bevvie

May 24, 2014

Dad It has been already 10 months since you have been gone and it seems like yesterday! Miss you so much and love you too. Love Bevvie

April 24, 2014

Missing you grandpa!

April 14, 2014

Dad It has been 9 long months since you have been gone. I miss you so much, sometimes I think your right there but your not. I am glad that you are not in no more pain. Love you Dad Love Bevvie

March 24, 2014

Dad Chris and Sam gave you a great great grandson today his name is Aiden James Stanzione born 3-10-2014 9lbs 1oz and 21 inches long and he is very handsome. I wish you were here Dad! Love and Miss you very much. Love Bevvie

March 10, 2014

Dad it has been 8 months since you have been gone. I love and miss you so much! Here is a picture of Mom when she was 15 years old! Love you to the Moon and Back! Love Bevvie

February 24, 2014

Beverly Stanzione

February 24, 2014

Happy Valentines Day in Heaven Dad! I miss and love you so much! Love Bevvie

February 14, 2014

Leon was one of my favorite clients. I look forward to seeing him every year. When I called to confirm this years appointment I discovered he had passed. My condolences to the family and friends of such a dear man. I miss him already. :(

Eliane Keast

January 30, 2014

Oh Dad it has already been 7 months since you have been gone. I think of you everyday and how much I miss you! You were the best Dad ever! I have so many fond memories of when I was growing up and no one can ever take that away! Thanks Dad for just being you. Until we meet again! Love Bevvie

January 24, 2014

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1999 El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054

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Eternal Hills Mortuary & Crematory at Eternal Hills Memorial Park

1999 El Camino Real, Oceanside, CA 92054

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