Pettersburg, Virginia
Dr. Emma Drucilla Breedlove Smith, 80, of Ettrick, Va., departed this life on Jan. 5, 2012, at Southside Regional Medical Center in the company of her daughter and son.Dr. Smith was born on Dec. 24, 1931, to Annie Kate and Rev. Willie Booker Breedlove in Whitmill, Va. She was the youngest of...
Read MoreDEAR SMITH FAMILY,
YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY. WE ARE SO VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOST. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS AND KEEP YOU ALL IN YOUR HOUR OF SORROW. WE TRUELY BELIEVE THAT SISTER SMITH IS JUST A VIGINIA STATESWOMAN,JUST RESTING WAITING FOR US ALL ON THE OTHER SIDE. YOU ALL WILL FOREVER BE IN OUR PRAYERS.
SORROWFULLY SUBMITTED,
THE TARPLEY, BREEDLOVE, AND WALLER FAMILIES OF THE LATE "JACK" EARE AND ANNIE PEARL TARPLY AND CHILDREN.
January 13, 2012
Dear Smith Family,
You have my deepest sympathy. I remember Dr. Smith from the time of my educational studies at Virginia State College (University). You have my deepest sympathy. May God give you strength and comfort now and in the days ahead. Take care.
Dr. Stanley P. Jones
January 13, 2012 | Herndon, VA
To the Breedlove Family:
May God be with all of you as you cope with the loss of your Mother, Aunt, and friend. Extending heartfelt condolences. Our wish is that the pleasant memories you have shared with your loved one help to sustain you in the future.
John & Linda Robertson Hairston
Newport News, Virginia
Southside Class of 1966
January 12, 2012
Truly a teacher who was available, understandable, challenging, and she taught with authority. She had all the characteristics of a great teacher and the fruits of her labor are endless. Thank you Sonya and Jai for sharing her with us...Michael A. Parker ( VSU 1981, 1987 )
Michael Parker
January 12, 2012 | Chesapeake, VA
Sonya and James, please accept my heartfelt condolences. I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. Dr. Smith was an incredible person and taught many things, much more than calculus - she taught dedication, honor, perseverance, patience, and the true value of hard work. 15 years later, I remember her and her teachings fondly. She will be greatly missed.
Toni Piper
January 11, 2012 | Richmond, VA
To the Family of the Late Dr. Emma Breedlove Smith:
For some moments in life there are no words. I am thankful to have known Dr. Smith, as my graduate statistics professor at Virginia State University. She served as a role model and encouraged me to continue to my education. Moreover, before completing my masters degree, she made a point to have me begin researching doctoral programs. I completed my 1st doctoral degree and now I am completing my 2nd.
Dr. Charletta Barringer-Brown
January 10, 2012 | Chesterfield, VA
sonya sorry to hear about your mom ,may the grace of god be with you.
Dr.Ron Daniels sr.
January 10, 2012 | Midlothian, VA
SONYA AND JAMES, I AM SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. I OFTEN SPOKE WITH HER DURING HER TIME AT LIBERTY. ANOTHER GREAT LADY,GREAT SOROR HAS LEFT US TO CARRY ON MAY WE CONTINUE TO LIVE AND CARRY ON THE THINGS THAT WE MUST DO. IF YOU NEED ME I AM ONLY A CALL AWAY. DANIELLE NEWMAN
DANIELLE NEWMAN
January 10, 2012 | ETTRICK, VA
Dr. Smith will long be remembered by those of us who were her colleagues at Virginia State University. She taught with a passion for her students' success in the field of mathematics. With admiration and appreciation for her dedication, I wish her, her family, and all those whose lives she touched: PEACE.
Imogene Hodge Draper
Martinsville, Virginia
Imogene Draper
January 09, 2012 | Martinsville, VA