Bernard Posey Smith

Bernard Smith Obituary

Bernard Posey Smith, 85, of Christiansburg, Va., passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2009, at his home. Surviving are his wife, Janie S. Smith; sister-in-law and her spouse, Joan and Bob Sledd; numerous nieces and nephews; several very special friends including, Terry Kingrea, Lisa Hodge, Pastor and Sister Tom Peters and all the church family; and friends and neighbors at Truman Annex, Christa Kurn and children. The family wishes to express special thanks to Dr. Kenneth Jones and staff, the doctors and nurses at Montgomery Regional and the Hospice Staff. In lieu of flowers, the family asked that memorials be made to the New Life Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ Building Fund, 783 Stafford Drive, Christiansburg, Va. 24073. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. on Saturday, January 31 at the New Life Apostolic Church. The funeral service will be held 10 a.m. on Sunday, February 1 at the New Life Apostolic Church conducted by Pastor Tom Peters with interment in Roselawn Memorial Gardens. The Smith family is being taken care of by Horne Funeral Service. Online condolences may be sent by visiting www.hornefuneralservice.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times from Jan. 30 to Jan. 31, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Bernard Smith

6 Entries

Samantha Newcome (Country Cookin')

February 12, 2009

Mrs. Smith,
I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I haven't seen you guys in a few weeks and I was getting a little worried. I just found out that he passed a few days ago and I was shocked! Mr. Smith was a wonderful man and just talking with him and seeing him smile was worth a thousand words! He will truly be missed by all of his friends at Country Cookin'. Please let me know if I can do anything for you. God bless you and keep your close to his heart during this time of sorrow.

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009

Donna Hodges

February 2, 2009

We just heard about "Smitty", as we all so affectionately called him at Oak Hall Cap & Gown. Smitty was so wonderful to work with, always had a smile on his face and was willing to help anyone. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

Belinda Thurman

January 31, 2009

We will miss Bro. Bernard so much.
We will never forget his worship and his friendship.

Susan Raines

January 31, 2009

Janie
I wanted to let you know how sorry my family is we will miss Bro. Bernard so much .He was such an great man of God .You both have been so good to us.Sis .Susan,Bro.Bruce Raines family.WE LOVE YOU !!!

Robert Early

January 31, 2009

Jackie and I are very sorry to hear of Bernard's passing. Our condolences go out to the family along with our prayers.

Terry Kingrea

January 30, 2009

Janie:

I am so sad that Bernard has left us. He isn't suffering now and I know that he will be in a wonderful place. He will never be forgotten. I love both of you dearly. You need to stay strong and I will be praying for you.

Love you,

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