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Michael Smith Obituary

Michael Wayne Smith, 41, of Riner, ran through the gates of Heaven to meet his heavenly Father on Wednesday, March 23, 2011. Mike was a dispatcher with the Virginia State Police with 18 years of service. Mike will be greatly missed by his loving wife of 21 years, Cindy Smith; and two beautiful daughters, Samantha and Kimberly. He also leaves his mother and father, Bob and Liz Smith; brother and sisterin-law, Tim and Jennifer Smith and their children, Georgia, Lelia, and Sully; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Lois and Emory Howard; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Angel and Eddie Underwood and their children, Taylor, Morgan, and Braiden, Missy and Ricky Howell and their children, Matthew, Scottie, and Little Ricky, Sharon and Jimmy Brunner, and their children, Brooke and Madison; a brother-in-law, Dewayne Howard; and very special friends, Peter and Julie Anderson. Funeral Services will be conducted on Saturday, March 26, 2011, at 2 p.m. in the (New) Auburn Baptist Church, 3840 Riner Road, Riner, Va., with Pastor Shake Smith officiating. Interment will follow in Sunset Cemetery, Christiansburg. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Virginia State Police Association, 6944 Forest Hill Ave., Richmond, VA 23225 or to the Muscular Dystrophy Association, 3300 East Sunrise Drive, Tucson, AZ 85714. The family will receive friends from 2 to 4 p.m. and from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday, March 25, 2011, at the church. Arrangements by McCoy Funeral Home, Blacksburg, Va., 540-552-3211.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Mar. 25, 2011.

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Frances Hodges

March 19, 2019

Mike was a wonderful member of the Riner Community, he and his beautiful family were a wonderful God loving people.

Walter & Sylvia Vaughan

April 12, 2011

Cindy,
Our condolences go out to you and the family. May God's comforting arms be around you at this time.

March 30, 2011

Dear Cindy,

I am so sorry to hear the loss of your beloved husband. May God keep you and bless you in this time of mourning.
Love,
The Doughnut Man, Holly Suzannah and Hannah Carter

Jane Toler

March 30, 2011

I was blessed to call Mike a friend when I worked at VSP Division HDQ in Salem. He was such an inspiration to all who knew him. When I thought it was hard on me to get up and go to work, I would think of Mike and the struggles he had in life. My problems were none compared to his. His attitude was unbelievable. He appreciated even the simple things you did for him, such as helping him put on his jacket. He spoke often of how much he loved his "girls". Take care and God Bless you.

Sherri Yeatts

March 29, 2011

Cindy and family,

I had the pleasure of dispatching with Mike for 4 years. He was a very special man, an inspiration, and a dear friend.

You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

Patty Bryant and Tony and Ashley Austin

March 28, 2011

Cindy and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I know he will be greatly missed. I pray that you all can have comfort knowing that he is in Heaven. May God Bless you all!..

A Friend

March 27, 2011

Mike was a true man of God.Cindy my heart goes out to you and your family.I wish there were some words I could speak and you and the girls heart would not hurt so much.But I know God needed a special angle up there and knew Mike was the one to fit the bill.I remember the last time we saw you and mike and the girls how very proud he was of his family.And I will always remember his smile.

Richard & Pamela Vaught

March 27, 2011

Dear Cindy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your girls are in our prayers. I am sorry I just heard the news. Please know that if there is anything you need just call. Love and prayers!

March 27, 2011

Cindy;I am very sorry to here of mike passing,no that he is in no pain there is no pain in heaven lean on GOD he will be with you all the way he wont leave you ,Im sure mike is looking down on you and your daughters smiling he is at peice,my God give you and your girl comfort. Roger and Robin Smith

Danny & Dianne Yopp

March 26, 2011

Cindy and girls we are heart broken to hear about your loss.Mike was one of the best and he loved the Lord.Even tho you will miss him,Just know he is walking the streets of gold.

Lindsey Yopp

March 26, 2011

Cindy And Girls,
I am sorry about mike passed away and if yall need anything I will help yall.

lindsey and me at eastern montgomery high school graduation.

ashley yopp

March 26, 2011

Cindy, Samantha, Kimberly, We love you all so much&Michael Too! He was such an inspiration&Positive. A great Christian, father and husband. He and You are like family. Our Prayers are with you. If you need us, Let's us know.

Eddie & Lisa Morris

March 26, 2011

Sadden to hear of the loss of such a fine man...thoughts and prayers are with all of you in this time....May God bless and keep all of you in his arms....Eddie & Lisa Morris, Floyd VA

David & Carol Campbell

March 26, 2011

Cindy & precious daughters.We are so sorry about Mike our prayers,thoughts are with each of you,may god give you his added strength & hold you in his healing arms. Mike was loved by everyone.

Amy Harris

March 25, 2011

I was so blessed to have seen Mike at the church auction this fall after 20+ years since we graduated. He had a cruel disease, but I know that now he is walking and in no pain. I am praying for your family.

Janet Alderman

March 25, 2011

Cindy I am so sorry for your loss, if you need anything please let me know. My prayers are with you and your family during this time. Know that Mike is in a better place feeling true joy and happiness and no pain, he will always be watching over you and the girls and showering you with love from above

Holles Charlton

March 25, 2011

Mike was an exceptional person.
I was blessed to know him.
May God's love surround you and comfort you and give you peace.

Patricia Slough

March 25, 2011

Dear Cindy and Family,
I used to work at Division Headquarters with Mike. I will always remember his wonderful attitude and sense of humor. He now walks through Heaven's Gate fully restored. May God grant you and your children peace and comfort during this time and always.

Martin Bob, Sgt VSP, Retired

March 25, 2011

I will always remember Mike for being such a great worker. In spite of his physical problems, he was always at work. He was an inspiration to all who came in contact with him.

Cindy and girls, may God watch over you during this time of sorry and may you be comforted by the years of good memories from such a wonderful person as Mike. He truly loved his family and was very proud of his girls.

Michael Smith, narrator, w/cast 1999; play by GMJK

Glena Jessee-King

March 25, 2011

Cindy, Samantha, Kimberly, We lUV U ALL SO MUCH & MICHAEL TOO! HE WAS SUCH AN INSPIRATION & POSITIVE. A great Christian, father and husband. He and You are like family. Our Prayers are with you. I share a photo of Mike in drama and sent poem/card I composed. Sorry I can't be there due to back surgery. If you need us, Let us know. Evangelists Glena Jessee-King/Ronald King

Tracey Hurst

March 25, 2011

I am SO very sorry for your loss. Praying for you and your family.

JIMMY & CHARLENE SMITH

March 25, 2011

CINDY AND GIRLS, WE ARE DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MIKE WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND NEIGHBOR. WE ALWAYS ADMIRED HIS STRENGTH AND HIS LOVE FOR FAMILY.

Dewayne Martin

March 25, 2011

Mike I love ya man,I envy you now!!we had a good times playing ball at CHS in 88 you were always honest and fun to be around.

Bethany Graham

March 25, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss. Hold tight the wonderful memories you shared together as a family! God Bless you all!

Angel Spangler

March 25, 2011

Cindy and family: I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you today and in the days ahead. God Bless you all!

Angel Spangler, Floyd, VA

anne vessey

March 25, 2011

Dear Cindy and Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Mike's death. You will be in my thoughts.

Anne Vessey

Frances Hodges

March 25, 2011

Cindy and your beautiful girls: My life was so enriched when you all came into it. Mike is someone that God gave us for a short period of time but what an impact he had on me. His love of his family and the love of the community was beyone measure. I am so sorry for your loss, but God picked a beautiful rose when he picked him to come home. God bless and keep you guys safe and always remember you have so many people that love you and will be there for you

Sandra Wingo

March 25, 2011

Cindy and girls,
May God comfort you during this time of loss. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Jason, Sandra, Kimber and River Wingo

John Shockley

March 25, 2011

Mike was a great man! My family sends our prayers and deepest sympathies to the entire family.

Bob Ross, Sgt., VSP, Retired

March 25, 2011

Cindy & Girls, I will remember Mike for his determination to work and to be a positive role model for his family. Inspite of his physical limitations, he pushed on every day. Mike was a wonderful man and will be missed by all. May God Bless you and Give you Strength and Peace during this difficult time.

Judy Cole

March 25, 2011

CINDY, SAMANTHA AND KIMBERLY: With my deepest sympathy during a most difficult time. Rest assured we know Mike is in a better place. My thoughts and prayers are with you

March 25, 2011

Cindy, My thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. May God comfort you during this time of loss, and know that Mike is walking with his heavenly father today and one day with you and the girls. Cindy Cumbee Davis and family.

Gail Moles

March 25, 2011

Your sweet smile and sweet spirit will be missed by all who knew you. May God comfort your family and give them peace.

Jeff Altizer

March 25, 2011

Kimberly,

Your father was a very special person. It was an honor to know him. May God comfort you and your family during this most difficult time.

Jeff Altizer and family

Darlene Phillips

March 25, 2011

Mike was always smiling and so kind. Prayers are being sent up for Cindy, Samantha and Kimberly and the rest of the family. May God grant you peace, comfort and strength now and in the long days ahead.

Dear Friend

March 25, 2011

We will miss you Mike! You encouraged us everyday. Enjoy heaven and trade in that wheelchair for a new set of Wings! See you soon!

Trish Newby

March 25, 2011

Cindy,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Ronald Smith

March 25, 2011

Mike always had a big smile for you and he even had a bigger heart. To me he's my hero a champion of faith and courage. Our hearts and prayers are extend to the family. He will be greatly missed and Heaven is sounding so much sweeter.

Diana Jones-Cox

March 25, 2011

Prayers for the family. Mike was a wonderful man and I was lucky to get to know him when we worked at the Sheriffs Office..

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