Gerald C. "Bubs" Smith

Gerald C. "Bubs" Smith obituary, Holyoke, MA

Gerald C. "Bubs" Smith

Gerald Smith Obituary

Published by Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home on Oct. 20, 2015.
HOLYOKE Gerald C. "Bubs" Smith, 53, passed away October 19, 2015, with his family by his side. Born August 29, 1962, he was the son of the late Elige B Smith and Marilyn L (Rael) Smith. He is survived by his wife Lisa (Roman) Smith, daughter Crystal and future son-in-law Donald, and his son Cameron all of Holyoke. He will also be missed by his sister Evelyn Manijak and husband Mike of South Hadley, sister Ann Eastman and Alex of Holyoke, brother John Smith and wife Linda of Holyoke, and brother Billy Smith and wife Cindy of Chicopee. He was predeceased by his brother Jimmy "Crow" Smith of Holyoke. He will be dearly missed by nieces, nephews, and many wonderful friends. The family would like to thank Dr. Robert Byrne & staff of the Catherine Horne building in Holyoke. A funeral service will be held Friday at 11:30am in the Barry J. Farrell Funeral Home, 2049 Northampton St. Burial will be private and at the convenience of the family. Calling hours will be held prior to the service from 10:00 to 11:30am. In lieu of flowers, kindly make donations to the American Cancer Society, 30 Speen Street, Framingham, MA 01701.

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October 27, 2015

office of Frank Croke posted to the memorial.

October 27, 2015

Dwayne and Suzie St. Germain posted to the memorial.

October 26, 2015

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office of Frank Croke

October 27, 2015

condolences on the loss of your loved one

Dwayne and Suzie St. Germain

October 27, 2015

Dear Lisa and Family,

So sorry for your loss. Gerald will always be remembered by us. He always made me laugh when I saw him and I hoped that I did the same for him. The journey was tough but the memories were great always remember those special memories. Know that you all have one special angel watching over you all now.

October 26, 2015

Dear Lisa and family very sorry about the lost of your love one. He will be an beautiful angel watching over all of you. God Bless You All.
Robert & Rita Banville

October 23, 2015

Dear Lisa and Family, I am very sad to hear of Gerald's passing. Though I can't be with you today you are in my heart and thoughts. I hope you can find the peace and comfort in knowing Gerry is at peace in Heaven. LOVE and PRAYERS - Ron Tindell & Family

Audrey Wojczyk

October 23, 2015

Lisa - Words cannot ease the pain of your loss. May your joyful memories help you and your family through this most difficult time in life. I am truly sorry for your loss...

brian paul

October 22, 2015

IM SORRY CRYSAL CAM and Lisa GOD BLESS YO AND YOUR FAMILY

BRIAN PAUL

October 22, 2015

im sorry Anny about your brother god bless you and your family

betty murphy

October 22, 2015

lisa i am so sorry about your loss he fight so had for so long he was a great man i am so gald to of now all of you he was so nice when he and son came to the the baber shop he will be so missed you take care of yourself god be with you all betty essex stylist

Sylvie Dixon

October 21, 2015

I am so sorry for your lost. Gerald, May you rest in peace and Soar with the Angels.

Jeffrey Fowler

October 21, 2015

Lisa, Crystal, and Cam, VERY sorry for your loss...

Michelle Croteau

October 21, 2015

Lisa, I'm so sorry for your loss my heart aches for you and your family. Gerald was a great guy and he will be missed, I remember him always being so funny and how he had a great laugh. If there's anything I can do for you please don't hesitate to ask. Peace and Love to you all. - Michelle & George

October 21, 2015

Sorry for your loss,
Claude Turgeon,
Louisetteb Blais ,Richard,Eric,Timmy.

Julie Moriarty

October 21, 2015

Dear Lisa and family; We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. May all of your memories, make you smile and laugh, like he would want you to do. Gerry, Thanks for all of the rides, picking Lisa and me up and just having a great time. You sure did make everyone laugh. God Speed. "Until we meet again, may God hold you all, in the Palm of His Hand." Rest in peace Ger'. See you on the other side.

Julie Moriarty
Richard Bihler

JOHN,LORI,LANDON KOZIARA

October 21, 2015

LISA AND FAMILY...OUR SYMPATHY AND WARMEST THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU NOW. MAY MEMORIES,FRIENDS AND FAMILY BRING YOU COMFORT AT THIS TIME.

October 21, 2015

YOU WERE GOOD MAN YOU WILL BE MISS. EDDIE SMITH AND FAMILY.

Catina LeBreton

October 21, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Louise Bisson

October 21, 2015

Lisa and family I am so sad to hear of Gerald's passing. He fought the fight and is now at peace with his heavenly father and family members who have gone before him. May the love and memories you shared help you through this difficult time.

Barbara Dydek Simpson

October 21, 2015

Dear Lisa, Crystal and Cameron, expressing our condolences with the passing of Gerald. He was a really nice guy who was always willing to help our family out whenever needed, He was always good for a laugh. My parents always expressed their fondness of him and all of you. He will be missed

October 21, 2015

Dear Lisa and Family, We are very sorry to hear about Gerald's passing. Hold on to the beautiful memories. He always had a big smile when we would see him @ Family Gatherings.
Love and Prayers, Jack and Jo-Anne

jim manijak

October 21, 2015

so sorry for your loss rip Gerry
my you be in the handsof god

Michelle Brodeur

October 21, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss. My Thoughts and prayers For you and Your family...

Claudette Blais

October 21, 2015

Thoughts and prayers to his family. I am so very sorry for your loss.

October 21, 2015

Lisa, Crystal and Cameron we are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Dan & Annie Cote

Louise Provost

October 21, 2015

Lisa and family, so sorry for your loss, I know Gerald fought a mighty battle!! He is in your heart and the hearts of all who knew and loved him.

Annonymous

October 21, 2015

May this candle symbolize the eternal light of Christ our Eternal God. Your struggles are finally over, my friend. I hope you finally find peace and rest in the arms of Jesus.

Sara Arsenault

October 21, 2015

We are here for you all. Love you and miss you Uncle Gerald! Until we meet again... <3 <3

Paul Czupkiewicz

October 21, 2015

My deepest sympathy..

October 21, 2015

Lisa, Crystal, Donald and Cameron....Our love, thoughts and prayers are with you as you mourn the loss of your Husband and Father. Gerald certainly was one of a kind and we will miss him dearly. He always had a smile, and sometimes even a silly joke for everyone he met. May your happy times and cherished memories help you through this difficult time. We will always have our memories of him in our hearts and we will forever cherish all the good times we had with "Mr G", especially our "Singing Saturday Nights". We love you all! Kerry and Kyle xo

Katie Diaz

October 20, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with you all. He was such a great man and he truly did give it his all. You will be deeply missed by all

Deb Plourde

October 20, 2015

Gerald u gave it your all I miss your Bear hungs u were a great man and will greatly missed

jadwiga

October 20, 2015

Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers and prayers are with you and your family.

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