John-Smart-Obituary

John Nealson Smart

Roanoke, Virginia

1931-2008

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John Nealson Smart, 76, of Huddleston, Va., died Tuesday, September 2, 2008, in Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital due to complications from a brain tumor. He died with dignity and in peace in the presence of his loving wife, Patsy; and his five children, John, Kevin, Beth, Luanne and Ted. He is...

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Patsy- Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Thanks to you and John for believing in us and helping to make the Hope House a reality. We love you and hold you close to our hearts. Love and Blessings

From the boys at Hope House:
Thanks for giving us a home! We will never forget you!

Jose Ramon, Isaias, Isreal, Chava, Mario,
Miguel, Jorge, Hugo, Silverio, Rigoberto, Luis, Sergio, Alex, and Leo

From the staff of Love in Action---just one more charity that John supported--our hearts are breaking for you. Know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. And know also, that heaven is a little bit richer today to have John Smart.

Dear Patsy and family,
We are so shocked and sorry for your loss. John was a wonderful man that we were privileged to meet. I loved seeing him with children in his arms. His love for Hope House and compassion for the boys will not be forgotten.
There are not adequate words to say, but know that you are in our prayers in the days to come.

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...

Patsy and family, I am so sorry to hear this news!! I feel like one of my famly is gone..you and John were my family! I will keep you and all of your family in my daily prayers and please know that what ever you need, please call me! my love to goes to all and espcially to you my Haiti sisiter..Patsy!! love Terry Jones