Jessie Smith

Jessie Smith obituary, Richmond, VA

Jessie Smith

Jessie Smith Obituary

Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jun. 19 to Jun. 25, 2010.
SMITH, Jessie Lee, went home to be with the Lord on June 18, 2010 at McGuire Veterans Hospital in Richmond, Va. He was preceded in death by his parents, Ruth and Ollie Smith Sr.; son, Stanley Smith; brother, Ollie Smith Jr.; and sisters, Ophelia Smith and Gaysello Hite. He is survived by his wife, Eleanor F. Smith; children, Steve and Sharon Smith, Bernard and Antonio Fleming and Kim Smith; 13 grandchildren, 13 great- grandchildren, several nephews and nieces; among them, one devoted, Michael Newsome; brother, Henry Smith (Dorothy); sister, Thelma Newsome (George); and aunt, Caldonia Dillard of New York. Viewing, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Friday (today) at Wilson & Associates', 5008 Nine Mile Rd., with family receiving friends from 6 to 7 p.m. A remembrance service immediately following visitation at the Military Retirees' Club, 2220 Sledd St. Homegoing celebration, 1 p.m. Saturday at First Baptist Church, 315 Church St., Waverly, Va. Rev. Kenneth Lee officiating. Interment with full military honors in the church cemetery. www.wilsonafs.com



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August 6, 2010

Grace Edwards posted to the memorial.

June 25, 2010

Larry & Florine Smith posted to the memorial.

June 25, 2010

althea coleman posted to the memorial.

Grace Edwards

August 6, 2010

I was Jessie's nurse at the VA for a while, I attended the wedding which seems like only a few years ago. I happened to read his obituary today. I still remember your smile. My deepest sympathy to his wife and family.

Larry & Florine Smith

June 25, 2010

Tina, now that the sun has seemed to set on your love one, know that a soul who lived so well remains forever near. Take comfort in knowing that Jessie is your special guardian angel and he will forever watch over you and your family. God bless you and your family.

althea coleman

June 25, 2010

Tina,you have my deepest sympathy to the loss of your husband I always felt like he was more of a brother-in law,to me because you are like a sister to me.God called him home from his labor to now his reward.No more pain and suffering he's wrapped up in the arms of Jesus.Rest in peace Jessie.Love & Friendship,Deacon Althea Coleman

Karen P

June 25, 2010

My sympathy is with the Smith and Fleming families in the loss of Jessie.

Jewel Munford

June 24, 2010

Smitty you will be greatly missed.Roger and I love you and Tina. Keep strong sister girl GOD has your back. Be Blessed.

Sincerely,
Friends for ever
Roger Pryor
Jewel Munford

June 24, 2010

Tina I know you will miss Jessie. He was a wonderful man and he loved you and his children a lot. Please know we are in prayer for you and your family.

God Bless,

Kathy Gregory at DCLS

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June 24, 2010

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

June 23, 2010

To the Smith Family,

I am so sorry to hear of Jessie's (Smitty) passing and extend my deepest and warmest sympathy He will always be remembered.

Sylvia Watson Harding, Richmond, Virginia

Robert Stroble

June 21, 2010

I am sorry to learn of Jessie death, and extend my deepest smypathy.

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