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Emmett Smith Obituary
He was a World War II veteran serving in the U.S. Army and retired from the Defense General Supply Center. Emmett was an avid outdoor sportsman enjoying many days of fishing and hunting. He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, uncle and friend to many. Emmett was a passionate caretaker for his wives and the elderly in his community. He worked untiringly to support Bethesda Baptist Church, a church he helped to build.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Cleola Tinsley Smith, his first wife, Irene B. Smith and stepson, Michael Smith.
He leaves to cherish his memories, his loving wife, Margaret J. Smith, Colonial Heights, Va.; son, Filmore W. Smith, Silver Spring, Md.; daughter, Loretha Taylor (Kenneth), Richmond, Va.; stepdaughter, Tina Morris (Richard); stepson, Russell Smith; daughter-in-law, Angela Smith; grandchildren, Dr. Teletia Taylor, Montrell Smith (Cristan), Sheera Smith, Kendall Smith, Darius Smith, Aaron Smith, Angelic Bethune, Spencer Bethune, and Shacora Tillery; one great grandchildren, Kendasia Smith; four sisters-in-law, Rachel Briggs (devoted), Carrie Flourney (devoted), Janet Berry (Richard), Paulette Jones (James); one brother-in-law, Luther Jones; a hosts of cousins, nieces and nephews.
A funeral service will be held 11 a.m., Wednesday, Nov. 25, 2009, at Bethesda Baptist Church, 15800 Woods Edge Road, Colonial Heights, Va. Interment to follow at Mt. Minnis Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to p.m., Tuesday, Nov. 24, 2009, at the funeral establishment.
The family will also receive friends at the residence and may be contacted at (804) 530-2004.
Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Mr. Smith online at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com where you may view a video tribute online or at the establishment.
Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of the J. M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., (804) 732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Emmett Smith
November 24, 2009
Foster and I were so sorry to hear of the passing of Emmett. It was such a pleasure to have labored with him in the ministry. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Foster and Deborah West, Colonial Heights, VA
The Banks Family
November 24, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lula Briggs
November 24, 2009
Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal. Heartfelt Condolences...
Rendell and Lesa Briggs
November 24, 2009
To My Beloved Family:
"May the blessings of love be upon you; May its peace abides with you; May its essence illuminate your heart, Now and forever more...." Uncle Emmett will remain in our hearts forever.
Linda Hall
November 24, 2009
My condolences goes out to the Smith family at this time. Mr. Emmett was a nice person to be around. He treated everyone the same. He is now at rest.
Daniel Isley
November 24, 2009
He has now kissed the face of God. May God bless him and keep him for eternity in the kingdom of our Lord.
Jean Brown
November 23, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived on earth.
He now lives within each of you, and forever with God.
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