Las Cruces, New Mexico
Arvel L. "Blondie" Smith was freed from his battle with Alzheimer's as he left this life on Dec. 17, 2014. Although he spent most of his life in Mesilla Valley, he was born in Rockwood, Texas, on June 3, 1927, to John and Ada Smith. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, John; three...
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May you all know you are always in our hearts our thoughts as well. He was a very classy man with a wonderful family. He was a great president and charter member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles. Loved the Oasis as well he is greatly missed.
Darla LaQuey (Martin)
December 27, 2014 | Bloomfield, NM
I am very sorry for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. My heartfelt condolences to the family during this time of sorrow. (1Corinthains 15:26) (Isaiah 61:1,2) Please find peace in knowing that He understands your grief and He cares. 1 Peter 5:6,
Jerry
December 27, 2014
My Condolences to Blondie Smith's family. I met him in 1980 thru 84 as worked for El Paso Natural gas then and he seen my last name with National guard fatigues and he said I Know Valdespino and said yes my dad,as they both were truckers. Was a Pleasure to visit him at the Oasis God Bless!
Ruben Valdespino Jr.
December 27, 2014 | Gallup, NM
Good man, took good care of my Aunt Joyce. Peace and comfort to all.
Joel Aaron
December 27, 2014 | Tipton, MO
So sorry for your family's loss. We love Blondie and Pray for healing in your hearts. Audie & Bill Ewing
December 26, 2014
Blondie was the best step-father a girl could ask for. I was truly blessed the day he married my mom in 1976. Thanks to Jesus for the hope of meeting again!
Joni Mandrell
December 26, 2014 | Snyder, TX
Im so glad I had the pleasure of taking care of Blondie and my mother Betty worked under him rest in peace and Joyce Im so sorry for your loss and all his family Love Adrianne Combs CNA
December 26, 2014
My prayers are with you
bettina north Caro
December 25, 2014 | Denver, CO
I'm so sorry for your loss, Bettina (north) Caro
December 25, 2014