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Billy Smith Obituary

Billy Ray (Red) Smith Jr., of Blacksburg, Va., passed away on Friday, June 4, 2010. Funeral Service will be held 11 a.m. on Friday, June 11, 2010, at the Horne Funeral Home Chapel, Christiansburg, Va., 540-382-2612.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Jun. 11, 2010.

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Harley Boyd

June 27, 2010

I miss you so so so much Red we were so tight if I could call on you, you would be there in a second and now I know you and your dad are side by side. I will miss you dearly and I will always love and miss you.

Lisa W. & kids

June 11, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Roxanne Connaughton

June 11, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of the lost of Billy, I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers

June 11, 2010

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

JUDY DUDDING

June 11, 2010

GOD GRANT ME THE GLORY OF THY GIFT!

GOD,WIDENMY VISIONS SO I CAN SEE
THE AFFLICTIONS YO HAVE SEN TO ME-
NOT AS A CROSS TO HEAVY TO BEAR
THAT WEIGHS ME DOWN IN GLOOMY DESPAIR-
NOT AS SOMETHING TO HATE AND DESPAIR
AND DESPISE BUT A GIFT OF LOVE SENT
IN DISQUISE SOMETHING TO DRAW ME CLOSER TO YOU TO TEACH ME PATIENCE
AND FORBEARANCE TO SOMETHING TO SHOW
ME MORE CLEARLY THE WAY TO SERVE YOU
AND LOVE YOU MORE EVERY DAY SOMETHING
PRICELESS AND PRECIOUS AND RARE THAT
WILL KEEP ME FOREVER SAFE.... IN THY
CARE AWARE OF THE SPIRITUAL STRENGTH
THAT IS MINE IF MY SELFISH, SMALL
WILLIS LOST IN THINE!
REST IN PEACE
BENNY DUDDING
NEWPORT,VA.

Donna Wood Ramos

June 9, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Billy. I knew Billy when we were younger. He always was very quiet and a real sweet heart, he will be missed.

Karen Winkle

June 9, 2010

I am so sorry for the family's loss of Red. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time and may god bless you all and comfort you in your time of sorrow. Red will be missed by so many.
Love and Prayers,
Karen Winkle

Anthony Jones

June 9, 2010

Red, I am going to miss you so much!!! Some of my favorite and best memories are from us camping, and fishing and being on the river. You mean so much to me and I will miss you more than you could ever know. Some of our friends have said that as long as I am around, you will never be gone. That is a great compliment to me and I love you.
Love always, your cousin and friend,

Anthony Jones

susan dobbins

June 9, 2010

i remember you and debbie from bluff .you were my daughters neighbor .always smiling .my sincere condolences go to his family and many friends .R.I.P. BILLY

Joseph, Jacob and Haleigh

June 8, 2010

We love you PawPaw. Tell Grams we love her too. We will miss you so much and hope that you keep watch over us as we grow up.

Lisa Dickerson,sword

June 8, 2010

Jane and family,My heart goes out to you,I know u are in so much pain now with so many unaswered questions,please know myself and family are praying for you.And to Billy Jr. my 1st boyfreind ill never forget you and the wonderful memories you and i shared together;the walks,the swimming hole,the movies and much more,rest in peace my friend,Lisa

Angie Moore

June 8, 2010

I didnt know Billy, but im friends with Melissa, im so sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers, always....Love Angie

Buddy, April & Brooke Jackson

June 8, 2010

Billy we have known each other since we were very young. You have always been a very sweet, and humble person. You were always happy and smiling
I have never heard you say anything bad to or about another person. Your Legacy will be one of kindness, and caring not only for people, but also animals. My memories of you will always be that of a young boy laughing and playing with me and my crazy cousins. God Bless you and your family.
You will be forever missed...

rosemary smith

June 8, 2010

billy you will be truly missed but all the memories we made will always be for ever in our hearts rist in peace

rosemary smith

June 8, 2010

billy we will miss you more then you know we had lotd of fun i am proud we were friends rest in pease my friend

June 8, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

ROSEMARY SMITH

June 8, 2010

BILLY WE HAVE BEEN FRIENDS IT SEEMS FOREVER MADE A LOT OF MEMORIES I WOULD NT TRADE TNEM FOR A MILLION REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND WE WILL NEVER FORGET YOU

Christy Quesenberry

June 8, 2010

Billy was a gentle person and hard worker. He worked for my family for years. You never heard an unkind word or complaint. Such a tragic loss. Your family will be in my prayers. God Bless you all.

ROSEMARY SMITH

June 8, 2010

BILLY jr I KNOW YOU AR BATIN YOUR HOOK AND READY TO GET A BIG ONE I AM PROUD THAT I WAS YOUR FRIEND REST IN PEACE MY FRIEND

Pam Cantrell

June 8, 2010

Jane and family, So sorry to hear of Red's passing. May God be with you and comfort you through this time of sadness.
Pam Huff Cantrell

Odessa Harris

June 8, 2010

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

S Robertson

June 8, 2010

So sorry for your loss!! Prayers are with your family during this difficult time!

Rose Lowe

June 8, 2010

Melissa,
You and your family will always be in my thoughts and prayers...I only met Billy once or twice when he was with your mom in Wal-Mart...You always spoke so highly of him and I know you loved him...He is with your mom now in the best place two people can be...They will always be watching over u and the boys keeping u safe...Love ya girl if u need anything let me know..

Cindy

June 8, 2010

Red,
You were always a pleasure to be around, and you will be missed by everyone who knew you!! You are safe now in the arms of the lord and those whom you once mourned for, as well as your cousin (my mom) Linda Gail Howell.
Rest In Peace Cuz.
Love,
Cindy, Brian and Family

Rick & Tabatha Porter

June 8, 2010

Billy,
What a great friend you were! We will miss you, but I am okay letting you go knowing how many countless nights you missed Debbie...now you are with her man! Dance a dance with her cause now shes walking and you are holding her hand. I love you both!

Family, your in my thoughts and prayers and I am so sorry your family has to go through so much with no answers at this time. We will all miss him as he held a special place in all our hearts!
-The Porter 6

Cindy

June 8, 2010

Red,
Although we just really got to know one another 2 years ago, you were always a pleasure to be around. You will forever be missed by all those who knew you!! You are safe now in the arms of the lord all those you once mourned for, as well as your cousin (my mom) Linda Gail Howell.
Rest In Peace Cuz.
Love,
Cindy, Brian, Bo and Family

Phillip & Kim Woolwine, Merrimac Community

June 8, 2010

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Mary Linkous / James Richardson

June 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please know others care and share your sorrow.

June 8, 2010

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

Cindy

June 8, 2010

Red,
You were always a pleasure to be around, and you will be missed by everyone who knew you. You are now safe in the arms of the lord and all those you once mourned for, as well as your cousin (and my mom) Linda Gail Howell.
Rest in Peace cuz.
Love,
Cindy, Brian, Bo and Family

Melissa Wirt

June 8, 2010

Billy, I will miss you so much. You may not have been my biological father, but you were very much Dad in many ways that count. What has happened to you isn't fair, and I doubt I'll ever accept it in my lifetime. Joseph and Jacob are heartbroken, and I hope that you can keep an eye on them from up there. I know that you're with Mama now, and that is the only bit of peace in my heart. It's been a journey, Billy! One that I'm glad I was a part of.

I love you forever....
Your Daughter,
Melissa

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