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Tina Louise Dyer Smith

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Ms. Tina Louise Dyer Smith, of 3341 Fort Lewis Circle, Salem, Va., formerly of South Boston, Va., died Friday, December 3, 2010, at her home. She was born in Richmond, Va., on November 9, 1969, and was 41 years of age. She was the daughter of the late George W. Dyer Jr. and Charlotte Lane Hornick, who survives. Ms. Smith was a member of the Ash Avenue Baptist Church. Ms. Tina Louise Dyer Smith is survived by one daughter, Brittany Mae Smith, of Salem and South Boston, Va.; and Brittany's father, Benny Smith, of South Boston, Va.; her mother, Charlotte L. Hornick and husband, Tom, of Harrisburg, N.C.; her stepmother, Elizabeth Dyer, of South Boston, Va.; her maternal grandmother, Frances Dyer, of South Boston, Va.; four sisters, Tracey Dyer White, of Alton, Va., Angel Spangler of South Boston, Va., Gloria DeYoung, of Hudson, Ohio, and Rhonda Blanton, of Charlotte, N.C.; three brothers, Donny Dyer, of South Boston, Va., Tommy Hornick, of Charlotte, N.C., and Richard Powell, of Dundas, Va.; and a number of nieces, nephews, cousins and special aunts. She was preceded in death by one son, William Tyler Matherly. A Memorial Service for Ms. Tina Louise Dyer Smith will be held at a later date. The family will be at the home of Tracey and Kenny White, 2053 Paradise Road, Alton, Va. Online condolences may be directed to www.powellfunerals.com. Arrangements are by Powell Funeral Home, 1603 Wilborn Avenue, South Boston, Va., 434-572-3525.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Dec. 9, 2010.

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Me and Tina with friends at MiCarreta's.

Debbie Bunker Cook

January 7, 2011

Tina, I just want you to know how much I miss you! I call your cell phone all the time just to hear your voice on your voice mail. We shared so much together including the pain and emptiness over the loss of our fathers... You were also there for me when you found out about my nephew Jacob's murder and I was there for you when Tyler died... I wish you were still here... You will ALWAYS remain close to my heart! I will miss our meals at MiCarreta's with friends on your visits to South Boston. We will continue to go in memory of you! We will also be there for your sisters, your brothers, your other family members and of course Brittany...I love and miss you my friend! Deb

December 31, 2010

To the Dyer family, thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I had the honor of meeting Tina when we served in the Army together back in '92. She helped me out on more than one occasion and was a very good friend. We reunited on FB and I communicated with her in that form. I miss her posts. I'm comforted in knowing she is with Tyler. I know she believed in Angels...and she will always be with Brittany. Tina will always hold a special place in my heart. May God Bless your family.

Angels Remembered via MySpace

Angels Remembered

December 18, 2010

No words can express the feelings your family is facing with your loss. I know you are with your son now. No more suffering. God Bless this family!

Donna F.

December 18, 2010

May God bless and keep Tina's family and friends.

December 18, 2010

God bless and keep all.

Linda Redhair

December 17, 2010

Tina, the comforting thought that I have is that you are with Tyler my friend.

Janet Stallard

December 16, 2010

Gone home with Tyler!!!!!!! Rest in peace! thoughts and prayers with all the family! Brittney glad you are home!

Susie

December 15, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Heaven has just received another angel. I know Tina is with her son now and will watch over Brittany and keep her safe until they're all reunited as a family. May God Bless you.

Theresa Shanley

December 15, 2010

To Tinas Family and Friends I am so sorry for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. But I know Tina was/is with Brittany on the day our paths crossed. Rest in peace Tina your baby is safe

December 15, 2010

To the loved ones Tina left behind, I wish you my condolences. Tina was too young and deserved a longer life. Through the challenges of your deepest sorrows remember her smile, laugh and the ways she touched your lives!
Blessings Be ~ Buffy

Sharon Rose

December 13, 2010

Tina, a wonderful person,mother and friend. You will be truly missed. Sharon Foster Rose

Misty

December 13, 2010

Tina, We are going to miss you so much. I remember when you and Brittany use to come in the office and Brittany was so young and short that she would have to pull a chair up to the counter to talk to us while you saw the doctor. U will be missed. Thank u for coming into my life.

michelle strickland

December 13, 2010

Tina we will miss you so much. You were a mom to red. You was such a kind and gentle person........Michelle,JD,Red

Samantha

December 13, 2010

Tina, my dear friend, I miss you so much! I miss running up to your office to tell you exciting news or to ask for advice or to give you a shoulder to lean on, as well. Today is my first day back to work, and I've still found myself wanting to run up the stairs to tell you something...I'll probably always have that! You were such a beautiful and caring person. I'll never forget our talks, and I just hope you know how much I appreciate you for being such an amazing friend. You said to me once, "I found out who my friends really were when Tyler passed....". This week I have found that to be so true, and just like you, I feel blessed to know there are people who love me so much. Nothing will ever take the pain away, but I find a little solace in knowing that you are now my friend in heaven watching over me. I love you so much! Thank you for being such a blessing to so many. I pray for your family every day.

CHRIS CRAFT

December 13, 2010

TINA WAS A TERRIFIC WOMAN I LOVED HER SO MUCH THOUGH THE SHORT TIME WE DATED I WILL TRULY MISS HER, I WAS A TOTAL IDIOT FOR EVER LETTING HER GO. MAY GOD BLESS AND PROTECT BRITTANY AND I WILL FOREVER LOVE YOU TINA. TINA YOU WERE THE GREATEST THING TO EVER HAPPEN TO ME I WILL MISS YOU DEARLY ALL OUR LUNCHES,DINNERS AND EMAILS SEE YOU 1 DAY IN HEAVEN !!!!

Angie Glasscock

December 13, 2010

Tina was a remarkable woman with a loving and gracious heart. She was my friend since elementary school. She touched my life and the lives of many others. She will be missed.
I am going to miss her daily FB updates & inspirational poems.
I love you & miss you Tina!
I am praying for her entire family during this most difficult time.

Sylvia Foster

December 12, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. I will continue to pray for Brittany and your family. Now Tina is with her 2 favorite men, Tyler and George.

Nicki Mullins

December 11, 2010

I am so sorry for the Dyer/Smith family! I know it must be hard, losing Tyler and now Tina. I can't even imagine what you are going through. My heart, thoughts, and prayers are with all of you... friends and family!!! Be happy for her because she is with her son again, the one thing she has long desired for and also Brittany is home safe in time for Christmas. Rest In Peace Tina, we love and miss you! <3

Terri Rowland

December 11, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss. Tina was a special person. She was a mother that loved her children and she had a great heart and always helped others. I will miss her - but I know she is at peace now with Tyler. Praise God for Brittany being found safe and sound. Please know continued prayers are being sent up for your family.

Jan Murray Smith

December 11, 2010

I am sorry for your loss. She was a very loving and caring person. I pray that God may give this family some Peace.

Jan Murray Smith

December 11, 2010

So sorry for your loss. She was a very loving person and will be missed. I pray that God may bring this family peace.

Donna Shields

December 11, 2010

So very sorry for your loss my thoughts and prayers are with the family. May god bless each and everyone of you. Heaven has a beautiful angel now for christmas.

April MIdkiff

December 11, 2010

I have known the Dyer Family most of my life and my heartaches for them right now. I am deeply sorry for the loss of Tina. I pray God wraps his arms around you all to comfort and guide you in the days ahead. Rest in faith that she is with Tyler and at peace now that Brittany is back where she belongs. We love you all.....

vickie frey

December 11, 2010

So sorry for your loss..may she find peace..and pray for you all, so glad brittany is home..

Charles Land

December 11, 2010

My prayers go out to your family for your loss.I am so happy to hear Brittney was found safe.Its a terrible ordeal that you all are going thru but put your faith into god hands and he comfort you.

December 11, 2010

My thaughts and prayers are with your family at this time, I am so happy that Brittany was found unharmed and that she gets to be with family for Christmas. God Bless.

Nicolle Cinco

December 11, 2010

I Hope That Your Family Will Find Peace In Brittany's Homecoming and Tina's Reunion With Her Son! Their Amazing Story Brought A Lot Of Strangers Together To Help Bring This Beautiful Girl Home and Find Justice For Her Lovely Mother! God Bless and Happy Holidays!

Sibyl Powell

December 11, 2010

May God be with your family at this time.I am so happy that Brittany was found safe,and i know you may rest in peace. God bless this family.

Carolyn Frazier

December 11, 2010

May you rest in peace!

Mariella Puryear

December 11, 2010

Tina, I have so many wonderful memories. You will be missed so much. I love you. I know that you are at peace with Tyler now. Rest assured that Britt is safe and loved by many. You will forever be in my heart.

Melissa Roark

December 11, 2010

My heart goes out to your family for losing you.You were a wonderful friend and a caring,loving mother.You will surely be missed by many who's lives you touched

Patty Reagan

December 11, 2010

My sons and Tyler used to hang out together when Tyler and Brittant stayed with Elizabeth. I can't believe that Tyler is gone and so is Tina. Brittany was a beautiful little girl who has grown in an even more beautiful young lady. My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Tina and Brittany. I'm glad Brittany was found safe.

Patty Reagan
Eastover Dr.
South Boston, VA

Anthony Watson

December 11, 2010

Words can't express the sorry I have in my heart. My prayers go out to the family. I will always hold a special place in my heart for Tina. I will also dedicate our song, somewhere out there. to honor you

Your First Love..............

Raleigh Moorefield

December 11, 2010

I followed this on facebook, shared the pain and sorrow of Carl and Fiona, my friends. I know the family is in deep pain now and we can pray for them. Thank God Brittany is alive. My heart goes out to all involved. God will be with you.

The Tooley's

December 11, 2010

My prayers go out to your family for their loss. My heart just breaks for each of them! Tina, I sure you are with Tyler and at peace knowing your baby Brittany has been found. May your memories and God's love comfort each loved one at this time.

Janice Hyde

December 11, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May God bless you and bring peace and comfort to your family.

Sherri Mata

December 11, 2010

I am so happy to hear Brittney was found safe and will be returned to her family. May God Be with you all through your time of sorrow! Tina sounds like and amazing lady, God must have needed a beautiful Christmas Angel. Rest In Peace in the arms of Jesus lovely lady!!

Misti Johnson

December 11, 2010

Your family is in my thoughts and prayers!! Im so thankful that Brittany has been found but saddened by her having to come back home to all of this!! Tina is now in a better place and I know that she is holding Tylers hand!! God Bless your family and may Tina rest in peace!!

December 11, 2010

Although I do not know your family, my thoughts and prayers are with u all in your time of loss and sorrow...Im praying for the safe return of Brittany. Its a terrible ordeal what you all are going thru but put faith into god and he will help bring Brittany home while Tina and Tyler watch over and keep her safe. Tammy and Marcell Maxey, Catawba,VA

Simon & Brenda Lopez

December 10, 2010

Tina, We are very sorry this has happened. We know you are with Jesus and your Son Tyler. Our hearts ache for the family and we pray that Brittany will soon return home. We will continue praying and keeping the candle lit until Brittany is once again reunited with her loved ones. R.I.P

Judi

December 10, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss ...I did not know this family personally but I know we will all meet in heaven one day ..Praying for you all and the safe return of your precious Love on Brittnay..
O Lord Bring her safely Home..

Donna

December 10, 2010

I worked with Tina when we were in high school and we were friends on FB, but I hadn't seen her in years. Bless the family and friends who were fortunate enough to be in her life. I pray that her precious daughter Brittany will return home safely.

December 10, 2010

I am so sorry for your loss we at Richfield really liked Tina and will miss her a lot.
Smith, Salem

Hutton

December 10, 2010

My God bring peace and comfort to this family in there time of need. I continue to pray for Brittany's safe return.

Dana Bogan

December 10, 2010

Tina, I am so sorry that this has happened, you were such a sweet, smart & caring person. My heart just aches for the family, praying very hard that Brittany will be returned home soon unharmed. I know you are now with Jesus & with Tyler& protected now from the evils of this world. You will never be forgotten, rest in peace.

Mary Miller

December 10, 2010

Tina, you were cherrished when you worked in our home providing home health care to my father n law. Your cheerful personality was always a welcomed site. My prayers go out to your family and I continue to pray for the safe return of Brittney.

Rhonda Torres

December 9, 2010

God Bless this family in getting through this difficult time in their lives. May they find comfort in knowing everyone hearing about this beautiful woman and her daughter have them in their thoughts and prayers. Rest in Peace dear Tina, for we will find your precious daughter, Brittany, and bring her back home to you.

Connie Snead

December 9, 2010

Tracy, I am so sorry for your loss. I hope and pray that Brittney will be returned to her family and that she is safe. Love Pascal & Connie Snead

Karen Cambanes

December 9, 2010

I didn't know her...but I am sorry for the families loss and I continue to keep praying that the daughter will be brought home safely....

rector

December 9, 2010

We are all so sorry for your loss. Everyone is keeping Tina, Brittany, and all of your family in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time. May god bless you all!

matt b

December 9, 2010

Tina. From listening about you from my mother you are a sweet and compassionate person. You will be greatly missed by those that know you and those that know of you. We continue to pray for the safe return of your daughter Brittany each and everyday since we first found out about the Tragic news. Rest peacefully with your Angel in Heaven.

brandy tanksley

December 9, 2010

god be with this family as they go through this terrible time!!! i pray daily that this little girl comes home!

sharon frango

December 9, 2010

rest in peace my dear friend

December 9, 2010

We nurses are like our very own family and when we loose one-we all are distressed-Although we may not of known Tina personally-she was apart of our "nurse family". May God heal your broken hearts and bring Brittany home for Christmas.
Gale P.-representing Lewis Gale Hospital-Montgomery (Montgomery Regional Hospital)
~Your Nursing Family and hospital staff~

December 9, 2010

Psalm 91:11

James & Angie Andrews

December 9, 2010

I am sorry for your loss. Tina was an excellent nurse and so good to the patients at RRCC. She is truly missed and my family will keep Brittany in prayer.

Jacqueline Shoemaker

December 9, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family...I Pray that Brittney will return home and that the Angels are watching over here till the safe return home...God Bless ..I am not from VA but I sure have watched HLN Every night praying that Brittney is found safe..

Shelby, Johnny, Jasmine, Hannah Melvin & Tyler & Makayla Moss

December 9, 2010

We are so sorry for this terrible loss and are keeping Brittany and her family in our prayers.

Jimmie Landry

December 9, 2010

Tina took care of my Mom at the end of my Mom's life. She made my Mom's last few days a little bit easier.

Duane

December 9, 2010

The pressure at the greatest depths of the ocean can crush a submarine, yet fish swim there freely. The more negative the circumstances around us, the greater the need for us to allow God's power to work within us to exert an equal and opposite pressure. Just a friend of SOBO letting you know "The Lord is your strength and song..." Ex15:2

Mary

December 9, 2010

I do not know your family but I have gone through this with two ex sisters - in - law. My heart knows exactly where you are right now and it breaks my heart for the family. May God watch over you and bring Brittany home safely.

December 9, 2010

I am so sorry for this tragic and terrible loss, I am praying for the safe return of this child, I pray that God will keep her out of harms way and send Angels all around her and protect her...The whole family is in my thoughts and prayers for peace and comfort and a safe return of a precious child. GOD Bless you all...

Lisa Roop

December 9, 2010

To the Smith Family - I am so very sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my prayers, especially Brittany. I pray she is safe and will be home very soon.

Larry Grant

December 9, 2010

Though I didn't know the family, as a Salem resident my heart and prayers go out to the entire family.
Lord, you have brought Tina home to be reunited with Tyler. Hold them both and comfort them in your compassionate arms. Look down on Brittany and protect her. Bring her home safely to her awaiting family and friends.
Amen

Marilyn Szymanski

December 9, 2010

My prayers and thoughts are with all of you in Virginia. Brittany's safe return is all we are praying for. Tina, please know no one will stop until she is found.I hope you have found peace in heaven. God Bless.

The Waghers

December 9, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers to the friends and family searching for answers to cope with such a loss. With our deepest sympathy.

JOSEY RICKMAN

December 9, 2010

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO THE FAMILY AND THE SAFE RETURN OF BRITTANY MAY THIS CANDLE BE THE LIGHT THAT WILL GUIDE BRITTANY HOME FOR HER FAMILY

Heather Taylor

December 9, 2010

Tommy,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.

VIOLET S

December 9, 2010

I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ALL THOUGH I AM NOT FROM YOUR AREA I WAS BORN AND RAISED IN VA N I AM NOW A RESIDENT OF FL SO I AM PRAYING FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AND FOR A SAFE RETURN OF YOUR LITTLE GIRL AT LEAST YOUR NOW AN ANGEL WATCHING OVER YOUR FAMILY MAY GOD BE WITH YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF LOSS

Brandy

December 9, 2010

May God bless your family and heal your grieving hearts during this sad time. I pray that Tina may rest in peace now with her son & that Brittany makes a safe return home. My deepest sympathy to all the family of this precious woman.

December 9, 2010

To my dear friend Tina,

I'm sorry that we were at different places in our lives when we first met. You always saw through my bad-boy facade and saw the good within me when I didn't even see it in myself. We have shared a many of joyous days and unfortunately some not so joyous ones. Gracefully, GOD placed us in each other's life to ensure we had someone to share them with. I pray I was able to enhance your life through our friendship as much as you did mine. I am grateful for all the times you were my rock to lean on for support. Your journey here on earth has ended but your Heavenly Journey has just began. Go hug Tyler for us all and please look over each of us from time to time as you enjoy being in the presence of GOD.

I miss you already my friend!

Bre Bratcher

December 9, 2010

Tina was one of the most genuine, caring, and supportive people I have every know...I know all she wants now is for everyone to come together and bring Brittany home safely. Brittany is my little sister's best friend and we just want her home for Christmas!

Beth Wilson

December 9, 2010

We are sorry for your terrible loss and shall keep you all in our prayers. We are praying for the safe return of Brittany.

samantha thomas

December 9, 2010

it is so sad what happened to you tina , and i pray daily for brittany's safe return home. you are finally with tyler again. i know you and tyler are both up in heaven looking down on brittany and keeping her safe till we find her! RIP Tina and Tyler! Gone but NEVER forgotten!

Brandy Mills-Hutchinson

December 9, 2010

I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Tina..Aunt Charlotte, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.

Edith Woodford

December 9, 2010

As a mother, I'm sure you will not be able to rest in peace until the safe return of your precious daughter. Until then we will all continue to pray.

brenda,casey trail

December 9, 2010

we are sorry for your loss.we are keeping brittany in our prayers.

christina Hernandez

December 9, 2010

I'am so sorry for your loss ya'll will be in my prayers

sharon owens

December 9, 2010

we missed you alot. am your couisn. i will take care aunt charlotte. i alway love you remind us. you will be relax - peace with lord. also we will visit my couisn brittany someday...
love couisn sharon, niece eloise, nephew calvin, couisn mike, richard &all couisns too.

Joni Poore

December 9, 2010

I enjoyed house/dog sitting for Tina, and staying with her while Brittany was visiting her father this past summer. There's so many nice things to say about her, I wouldn't know where to begin. Smith family- I'm very sorry for your loss and I'm thinking of all of you in your time of grief. I know she's with Tyler now.

Carla Yopp

December 9, 2010

Im so sorry to hear of this terribe loss and Im keeping Brittany in my prayers. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

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