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for Larry Snellbaker
Brenda
August 6, 2024
Just now learning about your demise.
You will always be in my heart.
Barbara Lauver
October 4, 2022
You are so missed. Not only by family and friends,but by the racing world. You called me your niece even though we weren't related any longer and that made me so proud. When I moved back to Pa. I wanted to find you and had no idea where you were. Only to find out I drove past your house at least twice a week. You will always be my Uncle and I will always love and miss you.
Wanda Spangler
November 4, 2011
Smoke my hero my friend
Thank you Smoke for being my hero since I was 12 years old, but most importantly, thank you for being my friend and filling that father figure in my live after my dad passed away. I have so many wonderful memories of all the years spent at the race tracks, and all the fun times we had with Krautie and Tony on all our road trips to the tour races. I would not have made it through the last few years without all the love and support you had given me. You truely were a blessing to have in my life, how I will miss all the advise you have given me and just to hear your voice calling to check in on me, to see if I was ok or needed an ear to vent to. You will never know how many lives you have touched in one way or another. I know that you are in a better place and that you and Krautie are together again, and that some day 2 of my favorite friends will be there to greet me when I arrive at that same special place. Until then Pappy your memory will always live on in my heart.
Smoke & Krautie - 2002 NSCHOF Knoxville, IA
Wanda Spangler
November 4, 2011
Barry, Nancy, Jenny, and Ben Wanbaugh
October 20, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to the family. Rest in Peace
Jeremy Smith
October 19, 2011
Smoke thank you for all the fun conversations we had in line at the springs waiting to get our pit passes. Rest in peace my friend.
Tyler Johnson
October 17, 2011
smokey i heard lots about you from my dad you might know him his name is billy johnson im his son tyler johnson you will be missed by the outlaws also but especialy missed by my dad god bless your loved ones and we hope your loved ones will make it through their hard times right now and you will forever be in our hearts!
Linda Miller
October 17, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the family of Smoke. He was a wonderful person and will be sadly missed by many people, especially in the racing community.
Patty Bigelow
October 15, 2011
My heartfelt sympathies to the Snellbaker family. Smokey was one of the good guys.
Paul Miller
October 14, 2011
Watched Smokey race many times. He was a true gentleman of the sport. He will be missed.
Cindy Wixom
October 14, 2011
I will cherish the memories that Smokie left me with and will miss him dearly.
My heart goes out to all the family members.
Doug Lowe
October 14, 2011
Truly a legend and truly will be missed! May God bless you and all your love ones.
Steve, Sticky Lowe
October 14, 2011
God Bless
October 14, 2011
i have known Smokey for 37 years and i do have great memories. Smoke was a great friend and will be missed.AFA Linda R.
Danielle Danner
October 14, 2011
On behalf of my family we express our condolences to Smokey's family. I remember him coming into Rt.74 restaurant. Thank you Smokey for all the racing memories!!! God only takes the BEST!!!
Cheryl Leister
October 14, 2011
The world lost a great racer in Smokey Snellbaker but he was much more than a racecar driver. Husband, father, and friend. Rest in peace, Smokey. We all will miss you and that sly smile and twinkle in your eye.
Anita Rice
October 13, 2011
I met Smokey 15 years ago. My son raced go-karts at the time and that night I went home and asked him if he ever heard of Smokey. Well my sons eyes lit up and he told me he was his favorite racer! When Smokey came in the next time to pick up his eyeglasses I told him what my son said. Within an hour he was back with an autographed picture for my son. I was always so happy to see you were coming to the office so we could talk about racing. Always asked me about my son. I will miss our conversations and that great smile !
Tina Fausey
October 13, 2011
I had many memories of Smoke racing. He was my hero from the time I was 5 years old. He always had a smile and time to chat with me. I stopped going to the races when He stopped racing full time. It wouldnt have been the same for me. I had the greatest pleasure watching him race. God bless his family. He will be greatly missed.
Becky
October 13, 2011
Smokey told me one time that racing was his ministry--he said it was his way of bringing joy into people's lives! He's in heaven with Jesus and our Heavenly Father.
Brandy Germer
October 13, 2011
May God Bless you and your family in this difficult time. I got to know Smokey through the years and he always could make me laugh. I grew up watching him at Silver Springs and you will be truly missed Smokey!
October 13, 2011
I have many fond memories of watching Smokey race. Although, my most memorable moment was as a very young girl. My parents took me to the pits of my cousin's race team after every race at Williams Grove. One night, Smokey was there & he picked me up & gave me a huge hug. I was beaming from ear to ear... the Silver Fox was giving me a hug! Smokey... you will truly be missed by the entire racing community! Keep Maynard company up there! My thoughts & prayers go out to the family & friends of Mr. Snellbaker.
Steve & Bonita Walter
October 13, 2011
We got to know Smokey during our push truck days at Silver Springs, and also in the pits at Susky when we ran our own sprint car. Always a great guy, and never condescending to us rookies, operating on a shoe-string budget. I think my favorite memory of him is from the Latimore Valley Fairgrounds, during a meet for the Williams Grove Oldtimers. Smokey "volunteered" to man the dunk tank, and first up was my missus. His comment after her first throw was "look at the wing on that chicken"...Ha! Then our 7 year old son took a chance. Since he was so young, Smokey invited him behind the line for a better shot at him. Well, the kid didn't manage to hit the target with his throw, but he did have the presence of mind to run up and smack the target before he left! I still remember the look on Smokey's face just before he hit the water...!
Our most sincere condolences to Smokey's family and friends...he will certainly be missed, but NEVER forgotten.
Ronnie Dunstan
October 13, 2011
Smoke-my dear friend and fellow racer.We go way back together and oh the stories we could tell. I will miss you greatly and all the good times we shared.
Tara and Jason Rochelle
October 13, 2011
Smokey you will be missed dearly...i will miss your hugs everytime i see you and Jason will miss just talking about old times...RIP Smoke, we will see you again!!!
HELEN KINNEY
October 13, 2011
YOUR GREAT SMILE WILL BE MISSED,I REMEMBER AT THE SPRINGS TALKING TO HIM BEFORE THE RACE AN I WANTED TO SHAKE HIS HAND AN HE SAID YOU DON'T SHAKE A LADIES HAND,AN HE GAVE ME A HUG. I LOVED TO WATCH HIM RACE.WAS VERY SAD WHEN HE WAS DONE RACING HE WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. RIP SMOKEY
BILL DAWSON
October 13, 2011
WHAT A SHOCK IT WAS WHEN I HEARD ABOUT THE PASSING OF SMOKEY. HE WAS A TRULY LEDGEND AND HAD LOTS OF FRIENDS.HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY MANY. RIP SMOKEY. WANT TO SEND MY CONDOLENCE TO HIS WIFE AND CHILDREN AND THE REST OF HIS FAMILT. SO SORRY
Jim Black
October 13, 2011
I injoy Smokey watching him race.and just being around smokey in the pit.
and other place we got togather at time.
will miss you very much.but will remeber all the good time we had. love and god bless you. but now Smokey is races in the clouds with the best. in gods race tracks. RIP my friend
Rita Snyder
October 12, 2011
I knew Smoke from Sue and Keith. I never saw him race, but I did get the chance to race with him in an indoor race track many years ago. It was a fun time. Smoke always had lots of crazy stories, along with a great smile and laugh. He also had a very spiritual side. I also had the privilege of dancing with Smoke on a few occasions. I imagine that he was as smooth on the dance floor as he was on the track. He was a great dancer even in his later years. I am proud to have gotten the opportunity to know him. He was a pretty special guy and will surely be missed. My heart goes out to Sue, Keith and family.
Christ Ort
October 12, 2011
Smokey was a great racecar driver and a great person. I'll never forget the time he won the feature at Silver Springs Speedway. My best friend was recovering from a bad car accident and was determined to walk down to the fence to see Smokey in victory lane. When Smokey saw her, his eyes lit up and he came to the fence and told her she was going to be the first person in victory lane with him. Will always cherish these special moments. RIP Smokey
Ron Cubic
October 12, 2011
I just got done restoring one of the old cars Smoke raced for Gary Wasson. I was to meet up with Smokey and talk about his time in the car and check out his photos and scrapbooks. I'm heartbroken that it won't happen.Condolences to the entire family.
Bob Rodkey
October 12, 2011
May you rest in peace Smokey.
TRUDA
October 12, 2011
I grew up with smokey he worked on my dad's farm during his teenage years part-time. lived next door to him in the late 50's. we had a lot of fun together when we were kids. I later connected with him when he drove the race car for mike callahan. my son is the mechanic for the race team. He will be missed by all of us.
Jerry Kline
October 12, 2011
Smokey, You will always have the pole in all the races you have in the heavenly Race track, I loved watching you race and you were always a clean racer, God Bless, you will always be at all the local tracks.
winnie dawson
October 12, 2011
sue so sorry to hear about the death of smokey. i didnt know smokey personally but when i saw him i always knew he was a special guy. he sure has a lot of friends and he will be sadly missed.also sending my sympathy to the rest of the snelbaker family.and especially to his children. what a sad day it was. hope to see you sue someday in shiloh. smokey rip. see you someday on the other side
October 12, 2011
My deepest sympathy to the Snellbaker family. May the memories that you have and that people share comfort you and your family. My greatest memory of Smokey was back in 2004, my Father-N-Law was diagnosed with Lung cancer and was given 3-6 months, I was a friend of Donnie Kraut and asked if he could arrange for Smokey to meet my Father-n-Law at Silver Springs,my Father-n-Law was like a 82 year old kid at Christmas, we had him for another 2 weeks, but in those 2 weeks everyday he smiled and talked about meeting his legend, a person he watched for many years at Port Royal, and Selinsgrove. I talked with Smokey many times after and thanked him for giving that 82 year kid the thrill of a lifetime, and to know surprise in true humble Smokey fashion he said, I am glad that I could bring a smile to his face. You will be missed, a legend in the car, and hero in many hearts.
The Whitmans
terri brillhart
October 12, 2011
smokey you where a great race car driver. i met you at dover valley restaraunt the great conversations we would have. you where a great customer and friend to talk to you will truely be missed R I P
Stacy (Heller) Fisher
October 12, 2011
My favorite childhood memory is how you made me blush when you would give me a kiss on the cheek after the races were over. I have lost my childhood hero and the world has lost a wonderful man. Thoughts and prayers to Sue and the whole family.
David Grenoble
October 11, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Sue and the rest of the Snellbaker family. I first met Smokey when I was 8 years old in the 70's. I quickly became a big race fan and especially a big fan of Smokey. Within a few years, Smokey began to take me along to the races with him (and Sue). I would help him strap in, hand him his helmet and gloves, and cheer every inch of every lap. The memories of standing with him in victory lane can never be replaced. I am so thankful to have known him and I will never forget the kindness that he extended to me. Smokey, thank you and God bless you.
kim day
October 11, 2011
sue i am so sorry to here about this and my prays are with you i think of you alot after denny died i just lost touch with every one call me some time denny and i love to watch him when he was raceing he was good will you take care and my prays are with you kim day 7173093400
Jennifer Stutting-Kupko
October 11, 2011
Smokey, You are wonderful man and a true gifted race car driver. You will be missed by all. Seeing your smiling face at the track and talking to everyone. I enjoyed all the years of watching you race, and of knowing you!!! May God bless you.
Love,
Jennifer Stutting-Kupko & Cody Stutting
Bruce Walbert
October 11, 2011
Loved watching you race...Thoughts and prayers to Gretchen and Eddie, and the rest of the family.
October 11, 2011
Thoughts and Prayers go out to the Snellbaker family. We knew "The Silver Fox" very well. I know my husband enjoyed racing with him at Silver Springs. God Bless.
Scott and Candi Ausherman
tina newcomer
October 11, 2011
My father would take my sisters and I to the races when I was little.He was driving the yellow 43. I have a picture of that which I got autographed about 12 years ago when I actually got to know him. He became a great friend to me and my daughter and to many, many more people. He will be missed and remembered fondly. My prayers go out to the Snellbaker family. May God give them strength.
October 11, 2011
What a great friend, & always smiled & talked to us at the races. Had some good racing w/you too. All our prayes to your extended family.
What else could anyone say, but, a good friend to all who has meet you. God bless, Gerry & Vicki Robison & workers at Robison Racing.
October 11, 2011
Back in 1993, I started to go to Silver Spring Speedway. I watched this guy they called "The Silver Fox". I became a fan instantly. In 2001, I was fortunate enough to be invited to work on the crew of the 32 car. Not only was I getting to meet my favorite driver, but I was there in the pits with him, handing him his helmet each Saturday night! Smokey - you were a great man and a wonderful friend. You will truly be missed!!
Rest in peace, my friend. I will cherish the memories of our Saturday nights at the Springs!!
Lynn - 32 Crew.
Deb J
October 11, 2011
My deepest condolences to the family I know you are feeling such a void at this time of loss but take comfort in knowing you now have a very special angel to watch over you.The racing world has truely lost a legend.No matter what car number Smokey chooses (56 was awesome)I'm sure he'll be racing across the clouds. REST IN PEACE SMOKEY . In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Richard Hockenberry
October 11, 2011
May god bless you 'Smokey'. A wonderful man and a true gifted race car driver. Will be missed by all. Will miss seeing your smiling face at the track. Again thank you and may god bless you. 'Smokey' 25 super sportsman team.
Nadine Becker
October 11, 2011
I'v know Smokey most of my life, he was a great friend to me.My kids grew up watching Smokey race as well as being a real friend to them. I will never forget all the talks we had. May God watch over him and take care of his family in this time of sorrow.
Jim Watson Jr.
October 11, 2011
I first met Smokey at Williams Grove Speedway, I was a 19 year old Chief Mechanic for my race team from LA. I had never been to the east and had only heard of the PA drivers. The people were so friendly and nice and Smokey put a whoopin on us big time! He was calm and cool, and he drove that way too. Rest in peace and thanks for the wonderful memories.
Ron Houston
October 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family and friends. Smokey was a friend to all, and I greatly respected and looked up to him. Til we meet again, I will miss you my friend.
kim mckinney
October 10, 2011
Many moons ago, you were my uncle. we watched you race and cheered you on. my grandma use to make smokey snellbaker dolls dressed in racing gear and holding the checkered flag. i still have one of those dolls she made. years later you, your still uncle smoke. when we met in passing, i say hey uncle smoke hows it going? we talk a little about how the family was doing and racing. you will be missed. you can now race with the other great drivers at the big oval track in the sky. rest in peace. love kim
to kieth and rest of my family, i am sorry for your loss. i am here if you need me.
To all the Snellbaker Family,Thank you for sharing Smokey with all of us. He brought smiles to everyone's face! God Bless you Smokey!!
Mark Elwell
October 10, 2011
October 10, 2011
From the old Fairview Twp. Fire Dept. fire crew at Susky, RIP Silver Fox. We shall all miss you & never forget you. Condolences,
Bobby, JJ, Calvin, Roger & Sam
Deb
October 10, 2011
A great guy and a good friend. Will never forget your smile. You will be missed, but will see you again someday. Thoughts and Prayers to the family.
meredith rawlinson
October 10, 2011
RIP Smokey. You have served us well. May you race through the clouds of heaven. To Smokes Family, may you be comforted with good memories & the stories I am sure you will recount for years to come.
Jon Burnett
October 10, 2011
My sympathy to the entire Snellbaker family. I met Smokey only once on a June afternoon in 2003 at was was the AMF Factory Race Team Reunion in York Springs, Pa. Smokey and his fellow AMF race team partners had gathered to share memories and talk about the race snowmobiles they had raced back in the early 70's. On that day, Smokey personally rode my 1971 XX1650 AMF factory race sled through the park with exhaust pipes screaming. Afterward, he graced the sled's hood with his signature along with those of his friends from the race team. He talked with me that day, shared his personal experiences and shared a small piece of his race history memorabilia with me. He also invited me to go with him to Williams Grove speedway and see the races that evening.
Listening to his spirited stories and special input on racing was truly unique and fun to hear.
I'm happy to have crossed his path even if for just one afternoon.
I recall his white hair, neat appearance, and solid build. He had that racing atmosphere about him and shared information happily with those of us willing to listen and learn.
A great man, a kind man, and his input and stories were awesome.
Smokey? It's time to fly free. God bless you on your way home.
Jon Burnett / Spencer, Wisconsin
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** I moderate a yahoo group for AMF Ski Daddler owners. My fellow members of the group have posted kindnesses to Smokey in recent days within our group.
Jessica Hershey
October 10, 2011
I have seen Smokey race many times but I only met him personally in the last year or two as he has frequented Lincoln Speedway more often. I remember how he would always talk to me about his dogs and that dog spelled backward was God. We would talk about our dogs as we watched the race in the tower. He will be missed by many and our thoughts are with the family.
Jim McGinnity
October 10, 2011
God bless you smokey. We will miss you in the pits when we race late model#22 Thanks for your time to chat with us when we saw you at the track. You always had a smile and will be missed . Glad to say we knew you. GOD SPEED.
Dianne Hnsberger
October 10, 2011
Rest in Peace..race on in Heaven, Smokey..
Jodi Moore
October 10, 2011
You were & always will be my favorite dirt track driver. I have been attending races since I was old enough to walk. I really enjoyed the times that you sat with us in the backstretch bleachers. May you rest in peace & hope you win the race of your life in a far better place in heaven. You will be greatly missed "Silver Fox"
Chris and Mary Ellen Boongart
October 10, 2011
Dear Sue and Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Smoke was a geniuine gentleman, who always had a smile for all he met. Only now did I find he and I shared the same birthdate. Smoke: be at peace
Ernie Bolton
October 10, 2011
God bless the family of Smokey. I will miss his smile and his willingness to talk racing. I last spoke to Smokey about a year ago at Williams Grove. We talked about his ride in the yellow 43. Smokey will be missed around all central PA. tracks. RIP my friend.
October 10, 2011
Thoughts and prayers to the Snellbaker family. I knew Smokey for a long time. I knew his sister and his neice and nephews. I partied with Smokey at his sisters house over 30 years ago. He was a very nice guy and good friend. Glad I got to see him a month ago at Lincoln when they had the sportsmans there. He will really be missed. He was a legend and will always be the silver fox. RIP Smokey. Wanda Rishel
Millie Caswell
October 10, 2011
Saw you race many many times. Glad I had the chance.Thanks for the memories.
Jeffrey Miller
October 10, 2011
My father & Smokey worked together at Preston trucking & also raced along side Smokey at different times through the years...I first met Smokey when I was around 5 years old...I am 35 now & I can say he has always been,to many in the area & the racing family ..a true hero,and legend..that we could actually ,see..and touch...thank you.
Prayers for the entire Snellbaker family.
tina sleeger davis dellinger
October 10, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss..
I never really knew smokey that well. I had met him a few times He was good friends with my mom (Gloria Sleeger) and my dad Mearl Davis. I was told a lot of good and funny stories about him. From what my mom would tell me he was a great guy because she knew they were all friends
Jeffrey Miller
October 10, 2011
R.I.P. Smoke...my father use to work at Preston together,and raced with smoke through the years...I met smoke when I was five..and he has always been a hero & legend that we in the area & family of racing ...could reach out & touch...thank you.
Prayers to the entire family.
Rick Fritz
October 10, 2011
Went to my first race sometime around 1970 at Williams Grove, first race I saw Smoke won, been one of my all-time favorite since. Help out in 80's while he was driving for Bill and Kay Tanger in the 07, Gonna miss you Smoke!
Tony Anderson
October 10, 2011
I have so many memories of Smokey. I am going to miss him pulling in on his scooter or cycle and spinning the stones in my driveway. His calling card was blowing the horn or revving the motor to get my families attention. We then knew he was there. He always had a way to make me laugh. He wanted to make people happy and he did that with everyone he touched. I grew up idolizing him and was blessed to get to know him as a friend, after we went to Knoxville for his induction into the Hall Of Fame. He gave me some of the best moments of my life. He watched my son wrestle and came to his school last year for his "Hero project". My son was so proud to have him there in class with him. Smoke left me carry his helmet bag at the races, hand his helmet and gloves to him when he would get strapped in the race car. He allowed me to live a childhood dream. Smokey Snellbaker let me become a friend to him and I will treasure his comradery, advice, and thoughts on life for the rest of my life. I always told him that I never in my wildest dreams, thought that someday I would be driving to the races with him and walking through the pits with King of The Dirt Track, Smokey Snellbaker. With Love to Smokey and his family.
God Bless Smokey, Sue, Keith, Gretchen, and Eddie
October 10, 2011
Sue Eddie and Gretchen, Our family sends our condolences and hold many fond memories shared with Smokey and all of you. Fondly, The Boltons
Scott Fisher
October 10, 2011
Raise that right front high in the sky 1 more time like the old days in the 25.
RIP Smokey
Cheryl Boring
October 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. Smokey is an unforgettable person and all 'round nice guy. I will miss seeing him riding his bike in the neighborhood. He always had time to say "hello"! He will be missed by many. God Bless You All
Matt Nailor
October 10, 2011
I first met Smoke at Silver Spring Speedway when I was 10. My Dad took me to the pits after the races were over. He didn't know us from Adam, but he came and talked to us like he had known us forever. From that moment, he had a lifelong fan. Smoke is my inspiration in my own racing career, and always will be. I miss him greatly and will never forget him. My deepest sympathy to his family. The world has suffered a great loss... God speed Silver Fox.
Bruce Rost
October 10, 2011
When I lived in Dover, I had the privilege of first meeting and then often talking to Smokey. Always open for conversation, I found him to be friendly and kind. He had a SMILE that would not stop and a good nature to boot.
Gretchen and Eddie, I remember you well, and I will offer up prayers for you and your families.
God's PEACE be with you.
Kim and Brian Berkheimer
October 10, 2011
In 1977-Smokey was my favorite driver, in Lloyd's #56 @ Suskey. Meet my husband in 2000, and his favorite driver was Smokey (how ironic). My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. I'm sure the family had the great memories, to hold on to , like the his racing family. RIP Smokey, you will never be forgotten.
Bobbie Adamson
October 10, 2011
Smoke was his own person and we so enjoyed being around him for many years. Our family knew him well and share so many memories which we will all treasure.
Bobbie Adamson Family
K Sharon
October 10, 2011
Godspeed Smoke
Lisa Viscardo
October 10, 2011
Sue, We heard the news on Saturday. Please know our hearts, thougths and prayers are with you and your family...The Viscardos.
Roger A. Estep
October 10, 2011
To the Family;
Being a dirt track race fan I got to know Smokey many years ago. He was a great guy and a great race car driver. Guys like him only come along once in awhile. He will be missed by many people. My condolences to his entire family. God bless you all. Sincerely,
Bryan McVitty
October 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Snellbaker family. I got to see Smokey for the last time 2 years ago. I was working personal security for Tony Stewart at Williams Grove Speedway and my job was to keep everyone away from him, especially during the driver's meeting. Smokey walked up to talk to Tony but I told him to back up. When he didn't I grabbed his shirt. He apologized and stepped back. When I looked over at Tony, he was giggling and shaking his head. He said, "Do you have any idea who you just grabbed"? "That was Smokey Snellbaker"! I felt bad, because I had watched him as a kid but didn't recognize him. I found him later and apologized. We had a good laugh about it and a great conversation afterwards. I'm glad to have that memory of him and will miss seeing him there. He was a great man.
Janelle and Brad Reger
October 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Smokey's family during your time of loss. Smokey was a great guy and someone I cheered on as a child at Silver Springs. He will be missed. God speed.
Tish Giuffrida
October 10, 2011
Dear Keith, Karly, Casey and family,
I am very sorry for your loss. I'm thinking of you all.
Kevin Raber
October 10, 2011
My heart goes out to Smokey's family.Everyone who met this man will miss him as much as all of you do.I first met smokey in the late 70's thru a mutual friend and loved him ever since wish I would of got to see him this year.My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you may god bless each of you.Wish I didn't have to work Thursday night so I could be there to say good bye to my buddy and favorite race car driver in this area.
October 10, 2011
Keith, I am sorry to hear about your father. It sounds like he had a great and happy life. Please know that my prayers include you and your family during this difficult time. Karen
Bill & Brenda Bupp
October 10, 2011
Dear Family, sorry to hear of your loss, God must have needed a driver he got a great one. Smokey will truely be missed.
Thomas Burger
October 10, 2011
I'm so sorry for the loss of Smokey. He was a good person and friend. He always had time for me and helped me in many ways. I will truly miss him and his smile. May God be with his family.
October 10, 2011
We love you and miss you. You will always be with us.
Lisa and Kory Sites
Marge Rost
October 10, 2011
Dear Keith and family,
As your fourth grade teacher (That was a long time ago.), I share in sending sympathies to you and your family at this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Hugs, Marge Rost
Dan & Rose Trimmer
October 10, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
DUKE COOK
October 10, 2011
RIP MY FRIEND! WE HAD SOME GREAT TIMES! DUKE COOK
Jeff & Susan Byers
October 10, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jeff & Cindy Strickler
October 10, 2011
Sue & Family,
Jeff has great memories of going to the track to see Smoke race. Together he and I have fond memories of the fun times being with the two of you.
There are no answers, we just have to go on. Smoke is at peace, may the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Jeff & Cindy Strickler
Barb Flury
October 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the family. I've known Smokey since the early 1970's when my late brother-inlaw Richard (Dick)Gettys started taking me to the races. Williams Grove every friday night for years with Dick and his daughter Wanda. Smokey always had time to talk to his fans. Great memories from the races and after races talking to him. Great man on the track and off. R.I.P. Smokey you will be missed by all.
Barbara Detter
October 10, 2011
When you became my Uncle many years ago, you remained my uncle. I haven't seen you in years, but never stopped loving you. I was your number one race fan for many years. I will never forget Port Royal when you were given the bear cub.Love you always, Uncle Smoke. R.I.P.
Barbara Detter (Wm. Bievenour step daughter)
Paula Morgan
October 10, 2011
God Speed Smokey.... May you rest in peace ... Gone but never forgotten!!! Sure will miss you @ the track..
Chad Snelbaker
October 10, 2011
Sorry to hear of the passing. Smokey was a good guy and wasn't afraid to talk when he saw you. Enjoyed watching him race and will always be a fan. The local racing world lost a true racing legend and he will be missed. Thanks for the memories Smokey. God bless the Snellbaker family.
holly
October 10, 2011
We will miss u @ sttc smoke!
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