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Noble Smith Obituary

HAMPTON - Noble James Robert Smith died Oct. 24, 2009, at the VA Medical Center.
He was one of three children born to the late Pearl and Alonzo Smith in Philadelphia, Pa.
He retired from the U.S. Army after 27 years of dedicated service. He was past potentate of Zem Temple # 122, Providence Wing # 229 , and American Legion # 67.
He leaves to cherish his memory his beloved wife, Angela; three daughters, Kenya, Rosetta and Alicia; two sons, James David and Andre; his sister, Lavinia; nine grandchildren; a son-in-law, Marlow; and a daughter-in-law, Barbara; and a large host of family and friends.
Viewing will begin at noon Thursday at Cooke Bros. Funeral Chapel with a wake from 4 to 5 p.m. Funeral services will be held 1 p.m. Friday at Wesley Grove UCC Church 2308 Roanoke Avenue, NN, VA 23607. Interment will follow in Hampton Memorial Gardens. Condolences may be sent to www.cookebros.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Oct. 28 to Oct. 29, 2009.

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Leroy Barnes

October 29, 2009

Dear Smith family,

I am writing to extend my deepest sympathies to the Smith’s family. I was so very sad to hear about Noble Smith, he was such a wonderful man.

I had the honor and the pleasure to know him as a man, Mason and friend and I will always remember the conversations, dinners, and times we worked together.

James had a calmness of mind, patient and self-control which is the beautiful jewels of wisdom. I am sure his remarkable sense of humor will be missed. I have the greatest respect for him and his family.

Please know that I'm praying for your family. I know that your family has the strength in them to move on.

Sometimes it’s hard to understand
Why certain things must be,
But there’s a reason for everything,
Beyond our power to see.

And we find comfort in our hearts
To know the ones we love will find,
Eternal happiness and lasting peace,
In our great heaven.

Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

With Deepest Sympathy

Past Potentate Leroy Barnes & family

THOMAS TURNER

October 29, 2009

TO THE SMITH FAMILY YOU ARE IN MY PRAYERS. SMITTY WAS A FINE PERSON. MAY GOD BLESS HIM .

Past Potentate Eugene B. Coleman, Sr. & Joan Coleman

October 29, 2009

Angie,

We were so sorry to hear of your loss of Smitty, JR. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time. You and the family are in our thoughts and prayers.

October 29, 2009

To Kenya and David we are sorry to hear about your father you have our deepest sympathy and my God keep you strong through this difficult time.
The Townes Family

October 28, 2009

To Angela and family you have our deepest sympathy and may God hold you up and keep you strong through this difficult time.
Love Tanya and Floyd Wright Jr.

Tanya & Floyd Wright Jr.

October 28, 2009

To Angela and family you have our deepest sympathy and may God hold you up and keep you strong through this difficult time.
Love Tanya and Floyd Wright Jr.

October 28, 2009

to my cousin lil rosie, i send you my deepest and heartfelt sympathy at the passing of your father. rosetta please remember he is with the lord, and don't have to suffer anymore. may god keep and bless you and the family. love you!! terry whitlow and torrey

Tonya Branch

October 28, 2009

Angie,
I'm so sorry to hear about your lost. My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Cynthia Spriggs

October 28, 2009

Angie,

I was truly sad to hear about the passing of your husband. Remember to always treasure the memories of him and hold them close to your heart. Please accept my deepest condolences on the passing of your husband. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers.

October 28, 2009

We are so deeply saddened to hear of JR's passing. He was a wonderful person. You have our deepest sympathy. And may God bless you and your family . Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family

PP Andre F Samuels

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