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Walter Whiteaker
July 12, 2025
A great leader of Marines. It was my privilege to serve under his command at 2nd MAW, Cherry Point.
Dr. Walter R Whiteaker PhD CWO-4 USMC Retired
Edward O'Neil
February 14, 2024
I know this is 12 years too late but I just wanted to tell the entire Smith family how truly sorry I am to learn of his passing. I was lucky enough to have been General Smith's Driver while stationed at Cherry Point. I was very young and he had such an impact on my. The best part of the day would be picking him up early at the morning from his house on base and spending an hour or so with him before the rest of his Staff were do in. I wish I were a little older so I could really appreciate the amazing position I was given and the even more amazing man I got to know.
Edward B. O'Neil (USMC)
Elaine Stem
October 19, 2012
So sorry hear this bad news. I have known LtGen Smith for many years. What a wonderful Marine and American.
M. Johnson
October 17, 2012
"Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted."-Matthew 5:4
My condolences to the family on your loss, I pray that you find comfort in the memories you have of your loved one.
Ronald G. Williams
October 12, 2012
To the family of Keith A. Smith: My condolences for your loss. I did not know your husband and father but happened across the notice of his burial in the Quantico Sentry. I was amazed reading his service record and am sure his personal life and dedication to family was no less amazing. Thanks to your family for service to our country. It's my honor to just express heartfelt thanks and best wishes to your family. Sincerely,
Kathryn Wheeler
October 5, 2012
Although I never met him, he was a wonderful man. I know this because I have known his daughter, Lynn--a shining example of his courage and love of country. He will be sorely missed. God bless the entire Smith Family, and thank you for your service.
Paul McGraw
October 5, 2012
His legacy lives with the many who served with him and passed it to others. May you find solace in the rememberance and celebration of his wonderful life.
Col & Mrs Ray Canada, USMC, (Ret)
September 26, 2012
To the Smiith Family, we join un your celebration of your husband/father's life. I had the honor to serve under Gen Smith when he was CG go the 2nd Marine Aircraft Wing, 1982-1985. He was an outstanding leader of Marines and I hold him in the highest regard. My wife, Alicia, remembers his support for the start of the Key Wives program to support the Marine families when their units were deployed. He will be remembered with our highest respect. God Bless all of you during your celebration of his life. Semper Fi ,
Jack Young
September 26, 2012
To the Smith Family, I am very sorry for your loss. He was one of the greatest men and Marines I ever knew.
Terry Rice
September 26, 2012
Tadgh – and the Smith family I am sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Being that he retired two years before I joined and never having had the opportunity to meet your father, as a fellow Marine, I still feel that I learned from him: great Marines provide a legacy from which all Marines learn. I feel fortunate to have served in the same Marine Corps as General Smith.
Semper Fi General Smith!
September 26, 2012
To the Smith family,
I am truly sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Shirley Ellinger
September 25, 2012
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together, as you celebrate a life well lived Psalm 46:1.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Rhatia
September 25, 2012
Tadgh and Smith family, may your fond memories of the General provide comfort during this time. May God bless you.
September 24, 2012
Dear Smiths, my heart is heavy thinking about all of you and your loss. Your Dad was such a great man and all around good guy. I still smile thinking about his ramrod straight walk, arms by his side. Once a marine always a marine! Thinking of you all with lots of warm memories. Best, Mariesa Barros
September 24, 2012
Tadgh,
I am sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Bea Devabhakthuni
scott hastings
September 22, 2012
tadgh and family,
what an exemplary life. it is clear that your dad was a leader and well loved.
Belenda Sandy
September 21, 2012
Tadgh.....My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. I'd ask GOD to help comfort you. Memories of our lost loved ones are forever in our hearts, cherish them!
September 20, 2012
To all nine of General Smith's children, he was in Arleigh Burke with my mother. He loved showing us his scrapbook of the family and was so proud of all of you! Just a few weeks ago, we received the tour of his medals and photos and articles in his room and on the wall. We could have listened all day. He was a ray of sunlight and joy and he will be, and is already, missed.
Martha and John Przysucha
melani smith
September 18, 2012
Lives still being changed by General H.
irvin groh
September 17, 2012
you were such an inspiration to me and my family! may your legacy live on unc!! rest in peace!
thelma nevitt
September 17, 2012
With much sorrow in my heart. Much love to all. Thelma Nevitt
J. "Diz" Gilliard
September 17, 2012
He will forever be remembered by the officers and men who served with him in VMFA 531. We will all join him one day.
September 17, 2012
I am sure General Smith is shaking his head at my horrible spelling. What I meant to say was
As long as we keep him in our hearts he will always be with us
Doug Spiro
September 17, 2012
General Smith was a great man and he was my friend. To all the Smith's out there , and I know there are a lot of you, I am so sorry for your loss. Remember as look as you keep him in your heart he will always be with you.
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