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Smithey KING Obituary
Smithey was born in Richmond. After serving in the Army during World War II, he received a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University of Virginia and spent his career with DuPont in Martinsville. He and Mabelle retired to Roanoke in 1987 to be close to their daughters and their families.
A memorial service will be held at Second Presbyterian Church, 214 Mountain Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24016 at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 1. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Second Presbyterian Church. The family is deeply appreciative of the staff of the Virginia Veterans Care Center for their attentive and loving care during his stay.
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Memories and Condolences
for Smithey KING
May 14, 2012
Dear Penny,
Just wanting you to know that you are in our prayers during this difficult and sad time. God bless you and your family.
Love from the Buckley
Marquita Payne, Social Worker at VVCC
May 1, 2012
King Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of bereavement. It was a tremendous pleasure and opportunity for me to be able to work with your father and meet his lovely family. He was a very proud man who was enthusiastic about always singing the praises of his daugthers and his lovely wife. I hope you all find comfort in knowing that Mr. King is no longer in pain and that he is resting and rejoicing with the Lord. Take care and God Bless you all!
May 1, 2012
Penny,
Sorry about your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Robin
April 30, 2012
Penny, Marsha and I are thinking of you at your loss; you are so special; we love you. Paul
April 30, 2012
I know you have had a very trying time Penny, and you and your family are in my prayers. I am so glad he is with Jesus now, free of pain and clear of mind.
Carla Bream
April 30, 2012
My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in the loss of your husband, M A Waters, Ridgeway VA
Richmond
April 30, 2012
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Also may God's strength help you to be made strong. Psalms 121.
Sincerely,
L Jones
April 29, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends. So sorry for your loss! May he Rest in peace
.Bootie Bell Chewning
Vinton Va.
Scottie Savage Ferras
April 29, 2012
My thoughts are with you and the family with the loss of your father. I only met him a few times but know he and my dad were great pals. They are now in heaven reunited for an eternity.
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