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Daniel Smals Obituary

Daniel Wayne Smals, 56, of Fairfield, died on Sunday, October 30, 2011, at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. Born on January 11, 1955, in Indiana, a son of James Russel Smals and Betty Ramsey Smals. Mr. Smals was a member of the First Brethren Church in Buena Vista. Surviving are three sons, Jason D. Smals, Jarrod H. Smals, and Jerel B. Smals, all of Fairfield; siblings, Rebecca Lynn and husband, Galen, Paul Smals and wife, Donna, Teresa Evans and husband, Michael, Brian Smals and friend, Lori, and Miriam Winston and husband, Skip; four grandchildren, Daniel, Damien, Ashton, and Cayleigh; 12 nieces and nephews; and eight great-nieces and nephews. Funeral Services will be conducted at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, November 2, 2011, at First Brethren Church with the Rev. James Smals and the Rev. Christian Becker officiating. Burial to follow at Concord Church of the Brethren Cemetery in Fairfield. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, November 1, 2011, at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Buena Vista, Va., 540-261-5510.
Published by Roanoke Times on Nov. 1, 2011.

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Kathy & Willie Adcock

November 8, 2011

We are so sorry you're having to go through this very difficult time! We know God is guiding you and giving you strength to get through! Our thoughts and prayers are continually with you! We love you!

Jordan Sutherland

November 3, 2011

While your passing is a saddening event for our family, I am relieved that your suffering is over. Rest in Peace and celebrate being in the presence of the Father.

Love always.

Earl Edwards

November 2, 2011

Sorry to learn of Danny's passing. My prayers and thoughts are with his wonderful family.

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