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Jeanna Smith Obituary

"Our Precious Angel" Jeanna Rena Smith, 23, of Christiansburg, Va., went to be with the Lord, January 18, 2009, after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was preceded in death by two grandfathers, Otis McNeil and Bruce Smith; and a uncle, Sam Smith. She leaves behind a son, Logan Sowers; parents, Roger and Robin Smith; special brother, Mitchell Smith, all of Christiansburg, who she loved all very dearly. Two special grandmothers, Sally Smith, of Salem, Va., and Betty McNeil, of Elliston, Va.; best friend of 20years and like a sister, Amanda Alls. Special aunts and great-uncles including Radolph Smith and Tom Radford; many special cousins and a multitude of special friends who she loved all very much. She will be greatly missed by her entire family and friends. The family will receive friends at The New Hope Church of God, Wednesday, January 21, 2009, from 5 to 8 p.m. The funeral service will be held at The New Hope Church of God at 1 p.m. Thursday, January 22, 2009, with Pastor Mike Johnston, Pastor T. Michael Bond and Pastor Matthew Kirkland officiating. Online condolences may be sent by visiting hornefuneralservice.com. The Smith family is being served by Horne Funeral Service, Christiansburg.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jan. 19 to Jan. 22, 2009.

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VICKI WHEELING AKERS

January 28, 2009

ROBIN, ROGER AND MITCHELL
I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. WHEN I TALKED TO HER THROUGH THE OFFICE SHE WAS ALWAYS SO PLEASANT AND I KNOW THAT SHE FOUGHT A LONG HARD BATTLE. BUT NOW SHE IN HEAVEN WITH NO MORE PAIN. AND ONE DAY YOU'LL BE ABLE TO JOIN HER.

suzanne linkous

January 26, 2009

Robin, Roger & Mitchell We are so sorry for your loss I am also sorry we didn't find out about it until Monday therefore were unable to attend the services. My girls have many fond memories of Jeanna and Mitchell when you use to keep them. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love, Suzanne, Bridgette and Amber

Clifton Hodges

January 26, 2009

My dear friends Roger and Robin - I am so sorry to find out about your loss - my prayers and thoughts are with you.

malaia caldwell

January 22, 2009

Robin i remember when i was little you use to keep me and i followed jeanna around... she was a great role model to me even though i probably pestered her..ha! but you guys were always good to me and i miss and love you and will keep you in my prayers.

Alexa Edwards

January 22, 2009

your family is in my thoughts and prayers

Teresa & Lynette Carroll

January 22, 2009

To Jeanna's Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We will never forget the LOVE that Jeanna showed us @ the Adventure Club and how wonderful she has been to us since that time. We know that she fought hard and will always be remembered for her beautiful smile on her face and her smiles and laughs that made everyone around her smile.
We are sorry that we missed visiting at the Funeral Home, we just found out today and are very heartbroken

Krystal & CJay

January 22, 2009

Mr. & Mrs. Smith, Mitchell, and Logan: You all are in our prayers. Jeanna and I have kept in touch throughout the last several years since we moved from the area. In all of her letters and calls to me, she was always so happy and upbeat. I am so very saddened and heartbroken by the news, though I know that our Lord, God will be with her now and she will feel no pain. I am sorry that I couldn't be there today. Please reach out to me if we can do anything at all for you!

Jeremiah 31:13 "I will turn their mourning into gladness. I will give them comfort and joy instead of sorrow."

Love,

Joan Fisher

January 22, 2009

Dear Robin and Roger and family,
I am deeply saddened by your loss. I know Jeanna battled well. She was a strong, courageous young woman and lived her life fully. I am sorry for her pain in life but she faced it well and lived on her own terms. She was a joyful person and it is my pleasure and privelage to have known her. My prayers are with you all in your time of grief and mourning. I know that Jeanna is in a blessed and happy place. With love and prayers for you all, Dr. Fisher

Kristin Wilson

January 22, 2009

My deepest sympathy to you all during this time, If there is anything I can do please let me know. Jeanna was a ray of sunshine and naturally comical and i will never forget her. The Lord has taken a very special girl. My prayers are with you all.

KEN HALL

January 22, 2009

Dear Roger
I can not begin to tell you how sorry I am to hear of your lose.Dixie and I went through that same thing and We know how hard it is. We were unable to come up to be there with your family and it greived us very much.We have a great love for all of you guys as you seem like part of our on family especially your sweet mother.please know that we are praying for you and your family we love you guys and hope you can find some closier. your freinds Ken and Dixie hall

CHERIE JONES-MCHONE

January 22, 2009

Robin and family, I am so sorry for your loss. May our Lord and Savior comfort you during this difficult time. Please know that my prayers are with you all.

Susan Akers

January 22, 2009

Roger, Robin, Mitchell, and Logan, I wish that I could be there to talk to you guys in person, but you are in my prayers. I know God has a purpose for this. Jeanna, was one of the strongest people I know. I love you all.

Francine & Adrian Harrison

January 21, 2009

Roger & Robin,Mitchell & Logan,
We are so very sorry to hear of Jeanna's passing. Hokie games will never be the same. We so looked forward to seeing her smiling face around the campground whenever we came down for games. If there is anything we can do to make this time any easier, please don't hesitate to call. Otherwise, we will see you in the fall.
May God Be With You All,

Bernie and Sonia Hodges

January 21, 2009

Roger and Robin, We are so sorry for your loss. No words can comfort you at this time but the Lord can comfort and give you His loving arms to hold you close. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Bill & Martha Grady

January 21, 2009

Roger & Robin, We are so sorry for your loss, Jeanna will be greatly missed. If there is anything you need or we can help with please let us know.

Jo Ann Ray

January 21, 2009

Robin
I am sorry for your loss Sorry I didn't get to meet Jeanna My prayers are with you

Betty Moore and Family

January 21, 2009

Those that you havent meet here on earth but your life was a great blessing to them that heard about you ..but one day we will met together in heaven because of your walk you took and love youve shared and the fight you fought means so much....God bless the family in this time and may God be with you all.May his mercy of strength and love and understanding come in this time of need....

Brandon & Misty

January 21, 2009

We are thinking of you at this difficult time, let us know if you need anything. Jeanna was that good friend that we all needed. Words can never describe her and we are thankful to have her in our life.

Joni Turner

January 21, 2009

I was so sorry to hear about jeannas passing. She was a sweet girl and a great mother and friend. I know that our lord has turely recieved an angel. my thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.

Misty Powers

January 21, 2009

Jeanna and I were good friends our 4th grade year, and we grew apart, i hate to hear that she had such a battle and i am sorry for your loss. I am very sorry for the family and just know that if the Lord brings it to you he will bring you through it. i will be praying for the family!

Kimberly Dalton

January 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you Mitchell, Roger & Robin. God need a special angel in heaven and of all the people in this world he choose your special little girl Jeanna. I will always be here for you if you need anything. I love you guys and will say many special prayers for your whole family!

Marlana Zimmerman

January 21, 2009

Forever in my heart. All my love....

Ginger

January 21, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you, especially Logan.

Linda Lawson

January 21, 2009

Robin & family:
God picked an angel to come join the heavenly band..I am so sorry to hear of your loss. May you find comfort in the Lord and lean on him for the peace and understanding that is so hard to find during this time. Trust in him and he will bring that peace to you.
Isaiah 40:31 "They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength, they shall mount up on wings like Eagles... This is my hope that you wait even in the dark of night to find that comfort and peace.

C.P & Christine Harrell

January 21, 2009

Our prayers,our thoughts, our love & also our memories are with you all during your time of sorrow, may God hold you close and keep you with sweet comfort at this time. Jeanna was and always will be a "special" girl for all to remember, she always had that smile that no one could ever forget. She has fought a good fight but in the end she was the winner, for Jesus will care for her now, hold to your memories and remember she wouldn't want you to remember the sad times only the good ones.Our prayers are with you all, love in Christ,

Ed & Debbie Gallimore

January 21, 2009

So sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. Our church sent up many prayers for Jeanna and her family during her illness. Please know you are in our prayers and we are here for you, should you need us.
THE LORD IS MY SHEPHERD . . .

Gertrude Sowers and the whole family

January 21, 2009

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

KELLY ASHE

January 21, 2009

SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSE OF JEANNA IT HAS BEEN 2 YEARS SINCE I HAD SEEN OR TALK TO JEANNA. I KNOW THAT I HARD LOSING SOMEONE LIKE THAT BUT AT LEAST SHE IS NOW SOMEWHERE WHERE SHE IS NO LONGER SUFFERING. MY GOD HELP YALL THOUGH THESE TUFF TIMES

Elizabeth Long-Loving

January 21, 2009

I have not met Jeanna but I feel that I knew her; first through Church who had a prayer circle for her, then through my new husband, who is part of Jeanna's family, Jessie Loving. I could see in his face and his voice how hurt and sorrowful he was that Jeanna and her family were going through these hard times. May God be with you and comfort you.
Libby Long-Loving, Jessie Loving, and Breanna Loving

gloria donathan

January 21, 2009

sorry for your loss god bless you

Rachael Lee

January 21, 2009

The most beautiful Angel on Earth is now with us all in Heaven! I love you.

Mikala & Laura Pagans

January 20, 2009

Mitchell,
I know that in your time of need there is nothing I can say or do to help the hurt. But just know that your pain will ease. Cherish the memories that you have. May God give you the strength you need to make it through your difficult times. You and your family will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. If yall need anything please let me know.

Miranda Campbell

January 20, 2009

So sorry for your loss. Jeanna's beautiful smile and wonderful personality will be greatly missed.

Jeanette Crouse

January 20, 2009

Robin, Roger, Mitchell, and Logan- You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Jeanna was such an amazing fun loving person that will remain dear to my heart always. She will be missed by many. May God be with you during these difficult times.

Cara Dowdy

January 20, 2009

I would just like to say that my thoughts and prayers are with Robin and the rest of Jeanna's family at this really hard time. Jeanna was such a great person that I have known it seems like my entire life. I will never forget her and the memories we have together.

Karen Hodge Harris

January 20, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

Matt and Karen Harris

G.W. Quesenberry & Kelly Litchford

January 20, 2009

We are deeply sorry to hear of your lose.There is nothing more tragic then loosing a child. Even though we had our differences we were truly sorry to hear of Jeannas passing. We will keep all of you in our prayers during this difficult time. god bless.

April Craig

January 20, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. There is nothing that anyone can do or say to take the pain away just know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Shirley Altis

January 20, 2009

Dear Robin, Roger, Mitchell, Logan
Praying that you'll be surrounded by God's comforting love and filled with the peace that only He can give. Jeanna was a very special young lady whos years were to few, but the love was great.
She fought her illness with courage and dignity....and now she has found peace with our God.
I will miss all the fun times, but they will be in my heart always.
Just know that she is now at peace and isn't hurting anymore.

Blessed are the pure in heart; for they shall see God. MATTHEW 5:8

Debra Smahaj

January 20, 2009

Robin, Roger, Mitchell and Logan you all are in my thoughts and prayers. Jeanna was a very special person and loved life. She touched the hearts of many and will be missed! She was a fighter until the end. Robin and Jeanna had a very special mother/daughter relationship. Robin please find comfort in knowing Jeanna is now in the loving arms of Jesus.

In My Father's house are many mansions...
I go to prepare a place for you.
JOHN 14:2

Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
MATTHEW 11:28

Rachael Lee

January 20, 2009

Jeanna - Always and forever my Angel here on Earth, and now in Heaven. I love you.

Robin, Roger, Mitchell, Logan, and all other family and friends, I pray everyday that you will find the strength as I am trying to make it through these hard times.

Chris & Christy Patrick

January 20, 2009

Roger, Robin, Mitchell and Logan, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know we are here for you when you need us. We are going to miss Jeanna much. I want to post the poem, I told Jeanna I would read at her funeral one day, however...I dont think I'll be able to...please read below....love, your bestest cousin and Neice.

God's Garden
God looked around his garden And He found an empty place. And then He looked down upon the earth, And saw your tired face. He put His arms around you, And lifted you to rest. God's garden must be beautiful, He always takes the best. He knew that you were suffering, He knew you were in pain, He knew that you would never Get well on earth again. He saw the road was getting rough, And the hills were hard to climb, So He closed your weary eyelids, And whispered"Peace be thine." It broke our hearts to lose you. But you didn't go alone, For part of us went with you, The day God called you home. ~author unknown~

Cindy Epperly

January 20, 2009

Although Jeanna and I havent spoken in awhile, Im terribly sorry for your loss. May God comfort and guide you during this difficult time.

Jason Atkins

January 20, 2009

I am so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Mindi Harris

January 19, 2009

I am so so sorry for the lose.. if you need anything just calll me please!!

Brandi Owens

January 19, 2009

I haven't spoken to Jeanna in a while, but in the years we were friends she had so much spark and energy - and that's the way I'll always remember her.

To the family, I'm sorry for your lose. From talking to others I heard that she found the Lord. So know that she's in a great place and will be watching over you and waiting to be with you all again!

Tyler Graham

January 19, 2009

Sorry for your loss!

Roger Graham

January 19, 2009

Robin, Roger,Mitchell and Logan you all are in my thoughts and prayers as well as the whole family!

Kim Graham

January 19, 2009

Robin, Roger, Mitchell and Logan I am so sorry for the loss of Jeanna. She was the strongest person I knew and a very sweet person as well! She will be missed!My thoughts and prayers are with your whole family!

David,Diane and Family Cole

January 19, 2009

Robin, Roger and Family We are praying for youall. Sharing your Loss so many thoughts are with you now, because you're someone who's cared about so very much. With Deepest Sympathy. Love each one.
I want to share this with youall it has helped me alot during our loss of dad,Grandma and my brother in law.
I'm Free. Don't grieve fo me, for now I'm free, I'm following the path God laid for me.I took His hand when I heard Him call I turned my back and left it all. I could not stay another day To laugh, to Love, to work or play. Tasks left undone must stay that way. I found that place at the close of day. If my parting has left a void then fill it with remembered Joy. A friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss Ah yes, these things I too will miss. Be not burdened with times of sorrow I wish you sunshine of tomorrow. My life's been full,I savored much, Good Friends, Good Times, a Loved One's Touch. Perhaps my time seemed all too brief Don't lengthen it now with undue grief. Lift up your hearts and share with me God wanted me now, He set me Free. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY!

amanda quesenberry

January 19, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends of Jeanna during this time. Jeanna will never be forgotten, she always knew how to cheer people up, make them smile and whatever else she could do to make someone happy. She will be sadly missed by us all. GOD has a new beautiful Angel up in heaven watching over us all. GOD BLESS YOU!!

Jamie Snavely

January 19, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jeanna will be missed and we all know she is in a better place.

Tracy Hodge Evans

January 19, 2009

I am so sorry for your loss. Jeanna was such a loving and caring person. She will be missed. Your family will be in our prayers.

brandon and becca

January 19, 2009

I am so sorry for the loss of jeanna....The family is in our thoughts and prayers.God has taken a very special person to be an angel.Anyone who ever met jeanna will never forget her.
God bless yall!

Kim Walk

January 19, 2009

My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. She will be missed dearly. She has left Many memories for me to remember.She is watching over ALL of us at this time.

Tiffany Moore

January 19, 2009

May the Lord guide you in your time of need.. I know you are all hurting just know that our prayers and thoughts are with each and everyone of you.. I know that Jeanna will be missed . I also wanna say thank you for you kindness and letting me and my family be a part of your. we love you and and are praying for you

Angel Shelor

January 19, 2009

My Thoughts & Prayers are with the family & friends! I know your up there looking down on us with that shinning smile of yours. U are loved and missed so very much.

Misty Linkous

January 19, 2009

My dear Jeanna, God knows how much I will miss you. A hole is in my heart, but you will never be forgotten.

Robin, Roger, Mitchell, Logan & family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers always.

"Blessed are they that mourn: for they shall be comforted."
Matthew 5:4

Lauren Sutphin

January 19, 2009

Jeanna will be missed by many. Her family is in my thoughts and prayers. I have MANY good memories of Jeanna. She was such a caring and loving person. You will be missed Jeanna!

Lynn Dexter

January 19, 2009

My heart goes out to the family of Jeanna Rena Smith. She will be missed by many. May she rest in peace and God be with her family. I will always have many memories of Jeanna and i have to say they will all be good ones. no one could of ever asked for a better friend then I had in Jeanna.

Sandra Underwood

January 19, 2009

So sorry for your loss.
Your in my thoughts and prayers
May God be with you
Montgomery Regional Hospital
Sandra Underwood

Tabatha Porter

January 19, 2009

I love you and everyone has to trust you are in a better place and God is blessed to have you as an angel.

Childrens Choice, PC

January 19, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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