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Alice Lee Keaton Smith

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Alice Lee Keaton Smith, 70, of Blackstone, Va., and formerly of Hollins, Va., passed away on Tuesday, December 29, 2009. She leaves her husband, David Howard Smith; three sons, David Joseph Smith (Barbara), of Chesterfield, Derrick Keaton Smith (Jayne), of York, S.C., and Timothy Alex Smith, of Henrico County; a sister, Rebecah Jo White, of Hollins; three granddaughters; one grandson; seven nieces; and one great-grandson. The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 p.m. on Friday, January 1, 2010, at HamnerMcMillian Funeral Home, 1400 South Main Street, Blackstone, Va. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. on Saturday, January 2, 2010, at Blackstone Baptist Church, 405 South Main Street, Blackstone. Interment 1 p.m. on Monday, January 4, 2010, in Cedar Lawn Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials contributions may be made to Blackstone Baptist Church. Online condolences can be made to the family at www.hamnermcmillian.com.

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Published by Roanoke Times on Dec. 31, 2009.

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Nancy Blalock

January 9, 2010

OH, MY HEAVENS!!!!! Alice and I have been friends for years and I have been so out of touch with my health, I didn't even know she was sick. I am so sorry - May God bless her family.

January 7, 2010

To the family and friends of Alice Smith,

They're here today but gone tomorrow
Death leaves us with so much sorrow
Hope in God can ease the pain
And help them life to attain

A paradise earth will be renewed
Mankind will no longer be confused
Perfect conditions you will see
Obedience to God is the key

Pamela Hill, Chicago, IL

Liz Overfelt

January 6, 2010

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

Deborah Procise

January 5, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

David & Lily Varner

January 1, 2010

Our deepst sympathy to all of Alice's family. Alice was a very sweet person and will missed by all who knew her.

December 31, 2009

David: Please accept my heartfelt condolences on the passing of Alice. We are remember her from high school and cherish our memories. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Lorraine Bratton - William Byrd Class of 1957

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