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for Geraldine Smith
December 29, 2009
We love you and will continue to pray for your strength. Sincerely, The Jenkins' Family
Milton& Leosia Featherston
December 23, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Vanessa Steele
December 22, 2009
To Sharon, Elvis and all of Smith family. God Bless and Keep you during this time of bereavement. Just know that my heartfelt sympathy is extended to you. 'Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal.
Linda Felton Cherry
December 14, 2009
With sincere thoughts and prayers for you and the family. She lives on in your heart and memories.
Cheryl Snowden
December 14, 2009
To Darlene M. Echols(Smith) and the Smith Family.
On behalf of the First Colonial High School, Class of 1977, we send our sincere condolences and prayers to you and your family as you grieve the passing of your mother. If we can assist you in any way, please contact one of the following classmates.
Cheryl A. Snowden
Joe Taylor
James Woroneski
www.fchs1977.com
All FCHS Class of 1977 Classmates.
Richelle Irons
December 13, 2009
To the Smith Family:
I recently heard of the passing of Aunt Geraldine. Its been a LONG time since I have spoken to many of you and I HATE to reconnect under these circumstances. I remember as a child, the MANY things Aunt Geraldine and Aunt Gladys would say... They were the kindest women I have ever met. Although I was not "family", they always made me feel as though I was. I will be praying for your family as you grieve the passing of your mother, wife, sister, aunt.
God Bless
Richelle Dunbar Irons
Evangelist Iris White
December 13, 2009
Elder Smith and Family,
My condolences and prayers go out to you and your family and the New Hope church family. I can say that I got saved, one of District Missionary Smith revival in 1970.(age 10) I always think highly of her and her ministries. Yes, I was one of the one who sing in the Sunshine Band. I can say that District Missionary Smith was a soul winner for Christ. Now her assignment down here is completed, she is resting until the rapture. She will truly be miss. May God Peace and Comfort be will you all.
Blessed be God, even the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies, and the God of all comfort: II Cor. 1:3
Chanel Jones
December 13, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Phyllis Featherston Williams
December 12, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Dwight & Savonda Johnson
December 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
December 12, 2009
Elder Smith & family,
You are all remembered in our prayers through this time of transition. Feel God's arms of strength & love holding you close & comforting you all. Big sister sunshine is present with God...Halleujah!!
The Brown family(Va Beach, VA)
Pastor Charles and Missionary Beatrice Williams
December 11, 2009
Our condolences and prayers go out to you, The Smith Family and The New hope Family in the passing of District Missionary Smith. My wife and I will truly miss her, we are greatly gain from having the honor to meet and serve with her. It is said if you keep someone in your heart they will never die. So let us keep her in our hearts and remember her words of wisdom she taught. God Bless you all!
Karen Ransom
December 11, 2009
To the Smith Family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Darlene, Gwen, and Sharon, you know you girls are my sisters. Mother Smith was an inspiration. Through her sickness she always preservered knowing that one day she would get her crown of glory. She will be greatly missed in the South Norfolk District. "I know somehow, I know someway you're going to make it. With Jesus on your side, things will workout fine...." I'm just a phone call away.
Love you all,
Pastor Charles and Tramita (Hudgins) Reid
December 11, 2009
Our condolences and prayers go out to you, The Smith Family in the passing of Evangelist Geraldine. We know that to be absent from the body is to be present with The Lord. We pray that you receive comfort and healing during this time. Her voice and praises will continue to ring in our hearts.
Tramita Reid
December 11, 2009
Growing up in St. Paul C.O.G.I.C. with such a giant of a woman was a tremedous experience for me. My father, Deacon Floyd Hudgins, loved to hear Sister Smith sing and he would send many requests for Sister Geraldine Smith to sing a solo. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Smith Family.
Pastor Charles Reid, Jr and Tramita Hudgins Reid
Alice Fenner
December 10, 2009
To the Smith Family, I am so sorry for your loss, may God continue to wrap his loving arms around you and give you strength and comfort for the days ahead. I love you and will continue to pray for you.
Mother Alice Fenner and Family
Melvadean James
December 10, 2009
To the Smith Family:
Evanglist Smith will be greatly missed for her espounding on God words and her angelic singing. I could always remember her teachings on how to live holy, and tht holiness is the only way in which we can meet the Lord.
On behalf of the James family, we will like to express our deepest sympathy toward the family. Knowing that her words of wisdom will continue to live on, beyond her years here on earth.
Dwight Cowell
December 10, 2009
To the Smith family words can not express the heart of sympathy I feel, but to know that we can celebrate her life to know that she lived blessing so many to include me; In her singing and espounding God words. I will never forget the message she taught; Why sit we here until we die arise and go a little further; She is not dead, She arose and went a little further. The peace of God be with you all.
December 10, 2009
Mother Smith helped make me who I am today. I will never forget her words of wisdom, love and support. Father, thank you for allowing her to be a part of my life.
Minister Myra Plummer (Virginia Beach, VA)
Bernice Hill-Osman Family
December 10, 2009
Words how ever kind,can't mend your heartache;but those who care and share your loss wish you confort and peace of mind. May you find strength in the love of family and in the warm embrace of friends you have.
I'm sorry I can't be with you at this time, but my prayers and thoughts are with you.
May God Bless YOU
Linda Smith
December 10, 2009
The Smith Family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you now and the days to come. O' how she blessed us with her singing and espounding of Gods word. God's vessell who have touched many. This passage is so true; Death leaves a heartache no one can heal; Love leaves a momory no one can steal. As we walked the corridors of Bay Point together May God Shine A Light From Heaven On You All... Pastor Linda Smith & The Caffee Family
December 10, 2009
Mother Smith helped make me who I am today. I will never forget her words of wisdom, love and support. Father, thank you for allowing her to be a part of my life.
Minister Myra Plummer (Virginia Beach, VA)
Debora Johnson
December 10, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Parthenia Wilson
December 10, 2009
"Big Sister Sunshine" will be missed but it is a consolation in knowing that she knew "who holds tomorrow... and who holds her hand."
May God comfort you & your entire church family.
Donita Powell
December 10, 2009
Sleep on Mama Geraldine and take your rest. We love you and will miss you but, God loves you best.
Rickey R. Rouse, Jr.
December 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Smith & New Hope COGIC families during this your time of bereavement. Evangelist Smith was a great inspiriation to me at a very young age. She grew up in the Union Baptist Church - Virginia Beach, and used to come back to us and preach for our Women's Day Service almost every year for I don't know how long, and she "Wrecked the House" everytime!!!!! Even as a child, I had enough sense to recognize..."that lady can preach" and she could sho nuff sang as well!!!!! I remember her being with us was back in 99' and she had testified as to how she had 6 strokes, but the Lord had kept her in spite of! She didn't sing for us that year, but she brought her daughter Sharon to do the honors, and needless to say..."the apple doesn't fall far from the tree." Evangelist Smith also came another time a few years later along with her church family to do our "100 Women in White or 100 Women in Hats" service (can't remember which it was). The Gatlin family also came several times after that and shared with us in song during our Family & Friends Day Celebration and you know the rest! I know that the family doesn't know me directly, but Evangelist Geraldine Gatlin-Smith touched my life in a special way, and I am left with nothing but the fondest memories of her, for she was truly a Woman of the Most High God and will be greatly missed!!!!!
Pastor & Mrs. Cordel L. Garrett, Sr
December 9, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
December 9, 2009
Pastor Smith, the Smith Family, and the New Hope Family: Our heartfelt sympathy and loving thoughts are with you during this time of bereavement. Though we do not sorrow as others who have no hope, our hearts, nonetheless, are saddened and our spirits are grieved when a loved one transitions from this life. May you be comforted by these words of Jesus, “I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die.” During this time of sorrow and adjustment, we pray that you rest and trust in the God of comfort Who comforts us in all our tribulation.
Bishop Lloyd and Lady Joanna Coles
December 9, 2009
With sincere prayer and condolence,
The Miles Family
Sharon Carney
December 9, 2009
To My Extended Family,
You have nothing but my prayers and love at this time. I loved Momma Geraldine as my grandmother, Daddy Frank as my grandfather and Sharon (my name sake) as my sister. If there is anything you all need, please dont hesitate to ask me. The Smith Family and New Hope was there for me when I lost my father and I will never forget that. I love you all with the love of Christ.
Be Blessed!!!
Hunchie
Cynthia Swaine
December 9, 2009
Dear Sharon and family, my thoughts are with you. I know that others in the ODU Library are also holding you in their hearts at this time.
Evangelist Bernice Bridgers Vinson
December 9, 2009
Mother Smith was an awesome & anointed evangelist. She was a gift to us from God. When Evangelist Smith was in your presence, you knew it was time to have church. It was a pleasure knowing & experiencing the power of God through her life. She was a lover of people; she spent quality time with young people everywhere. Mother Smith took me on my first Missionary journey when I got saved in 1975 to Boston, MA to conduct a revival & that was an awesome experience. She always took time to teach, train & develop young souls for Christ. She had such an anointing that when she sang, people were healed & delivered. Surely, we will miss her presence & angelic voice, but heaven rejoices & celebrates the homecoming of a genuine warrior who paved the way for many to follow. To Pastor Smith, Gwen, Sharon, Darlene, Elvis, Carlton, Evang. Gladys Wilson, Evangelist Thelma Gatlin & Family- our prayers are with you. May God continue to strengthen you daily. We love you.
From Evangelist Bernice Bridgers Vinson & Family
December 9, 2009
To the Wonderful Smith Family: Sister Geraldine had a "Yes" in her heart everyday...
another true soldier made it in before us. May the Lord bless you at this moment in time my darlings.
Love
Evang. Ella Wright (Richmond, VA)
December 9, 2009
To the Wonderful Smith Family: Sister Geraldine had a "Yes" in her heart everyday...
another true soldier made it in before us. May the Lord bless you at this time my darlings.
Love
Evang. Ella Wright (Richmond, VA)
Beverly (Fayton) Cornick
December 9, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
December 9, 2009
Greetings and Salutations to the family at this time.
Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers during this time of sorrow. I had the chance to serve First Lady Smith when she came to our church to minister and it was an honor. Her voice was one that I will never forget. She was a true pioneer and warrior and will be greatly missed. Remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven can not heal.
Blessings,
Eld. Terri Thompson
New Mount Joy Food for Living Ministries
Bishop William P. Wiggins, Sr., General Overseer
Dr. Viola H. Parker, Pastor
Joanna Coles
December 9, 2009
To Pastor Smith, Gwendolyn, Sharon, Elvis, Darlene, Carlton, the Wilson, Gatlin and New Hope Families:
Words can not express the fond memories that flood my mind of the many times our families shared together; whether it was in church, tent revival or in my parent's home.
Lady Geraldine, "Big Sister Sunshine", was a vibrant and joyous force to be reckoned with. I remember her infectious smile and her annointed voice that brought the church to their feet, and ultimately into a dance of praise. The "melody of love divine" was in her heart when she sung or ministered the word; because she did it as if it were her last time, everytime.
I appreciate God for giving her such a wonderful gift and annointing, and for allowing her to share it with us for a "moment". We may not hear her anymore on this side, but she continues to sing in Zion.
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of reflection, rejoicing, and sadness.
Lady/Evangelist Joanna (Brown) Coles
Michael Bailey
December 9, 2009
To the Smith family:
Want to let you know we are praying much for your family. we know that the Lord will take you through. Evangelist Smith a great woman of God. I always enjoyed her even from a child. At Bishop Loves back in the day.
From; Hedges and Highway Deliverance Ministry
Pastor M.Bailey
Vita Walker
December 9, 2009
To the Smith Family:
Sister Smith was a jewel, a person after God's own heart. Though our eyes are filled with tears, Sister Smith is all right now...no more pain, or stress because she is with the best -- Jesus Christ.
-- The Walker Family
December 9, 2009
YOU WILL ALWAY BE IN MY HEART,
LOVE FAYE
Elder Roderick Rose
December 9, 2009
Mother Smith was a Pioneer of the Holiness Movement. She was clear example of Good Living thereby paving the way for many who would come behind her. I count it a great joy and privilage to have known. Her reputation proceeds her many settings within the Church Of God In Christ.
Pastor Smith and Family, please know that we are fervently praying for you and the entire New Hope COGIC Family.
Her presence in the State meetings will be missed but she is now in the greatest setting of all: Resting in the Lord.
God Bless you.
Elder Roderick and Missionary Caleta Rose
December 9, 2009
To Sharon and Family:
Your mother held a special place in God's heart and had a special purpose in this world and that made her irreplaceable. Praying that God's continued grace and strength will sustain you.
Love,
Cindy Williams
Janette (Jan) Joyner Adams
December 9, 2009
To the Smith Family: You have my heartfelt sympathy during this time of loss. If ever there was a warrior of God in the earth, it was in Miss Geraldine. I have not seen or spoken to her in more than 40 years but my memories of her are wonderful:love of God, love for every child/everyone and an anointed voice to sing and praise our Heavenly Father! Truly she will be missed but God has gained a wonderful worshipper around His throne.
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