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Benjamin Smith Obituary
WAXHAW -- Mr. Smith, age 53, slipped into the arms of Jesus surrounded by his family on Sunday, October 25, 2009. He died at Carolinas Medical Center of injuries sustained in a construction accident. Ben was an avionics technician employed by US Airways in Charlotte.
Ben's life experiences were varied and adventurous. Born in the Amazon Jungles of Peru, Ben grew up in Ecuador and also spent time in the Sudan. Upon graduation from Parkwood High School, Ben attended Covenant College and Central Piedmont. In 1984, he and Faith Bartholomew were married; their three girls and son are strong and beautiful adults.
Ben will be greatly missed by his family and friends. He was a devoted husband and father, brother, son, and true friend, creative and skilled craftsman, and a great lover of nature and the out of doors, especially of birds and wildflowers. He was also a gifted musician, whose guitar arrangements and performances never failed to brighten every family reunion. Ben was generous and kind, thoughtful always in his relationships with other people.
Ben is survived by his wife, Faith; four children, Katy, Krista, Heather and Jeremiah; father, Don Smith of Waxhaw; sister, Susan (Harris); brothers, Scott, Mark, and Tim; and a large extended family of loved ones and friends.
The interment service will be Friday, October 30th at 3 p.m. at Rehobeth Presbyterian Church, 5919 Rehobeth Road, Waxhaw, NC 28173. A memorial service will follow at 5 p.m. at the Townsend Building, 7405 Jaars Road, Waxhaw, NC 28173.
The family is served by Gordon Funeral Service in Monroe, NC. Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Benjamin Smith
Julie Miller Moxey
November 3, 2009
I knew Ben as a fellow mk in Ecuador and the JAARS Center. I remember he had a gentle spirit and a kind heart. My prayers are with his family as they grieve his tremendous loss.
Robin (Ferguson) White
November 2, 2009
Dawn Rash is a cherished friend, and I was sorry to hear from her about Ben's terrible accident. I'm so very sorry for your family during this devastating time. I have been praying for you, Faith, Katy, Krista, Heather, and Jeremiah. I've especially thought about you, Jeremiah, because I have a son your age. I'll continue to pray that God will be your Comfort and Provider during these days of missing your husband and dad. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Ken Fast
November 1, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Ben's passing, and will uplift his family in prayer. May God comfort you during this time of loss. In Christ, Ken Fast (Alberta, Canada)
Steve Moore
November 1, 2009
Our most sincere condolences. I still remember the kid I first saw upon the Smiths' arrival in Limoncocha in 1959.
Stanley Gordon
November 1, 2009
I hope God will bless and comfort you and your family during this difficult time. Ben was a very positive person and it was always good to speak with him. He recently gave me a word of encouragement and I will always be thankful for that.
Beth Sanford
October 30, 2009
I went to school with Ben in Quito. I can't tell you how sorry I am to hear of his death. My deepest sympathies to all who are mourning him. May God comfort you and help you through these hard days.
Beth Sanford
JJ James
October 30, 2009
I was deeply saddened to learn of Ben's passing, I will always remember our 'guitar sessions' together in the backroom of Inspection at US Airways.
We shared the love of music and our guitar heroes were the same. I'll remember too his smile and cheerfulness. My deepest sympathy to his family and friends. I will miss him. God Bless you Ben and keep you in his care.
Mark Greene
October 30, 2009
Ben will always be remembered in the halls of USAirways with a cheerful smile and friendly hello.
Bo Glascock
October 30, 2009
I am deeply saddened to hear of Bens passing. Although I have not seen or spoken to Ben in several years I always smile when I think of the great times we shared while working together in Greensboro. Ben made this world a better place and will be sorely missed.
God bless.
Jeff Shadden
October 30, 2009
Ben will always be remembered as "Gentle Ben" a joy to be around and what a musical talent. The Line Avionics shop will miss him. Our sincere condolences to the family.
Mike Hancock
October 30, 2009
I was shocked and saddened to hear about Ben. I worked with him in Winston as well as Charlotte. I have many happy memories of the times we played music together. He was a good man and will be missed. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Tom and Pat Brewington
October 30, 2009
Dear Faith and family,
We want to send our sincere condolences in the loss of Ben. We are remembering you in our prayers and wish there was something we could do to make things less painful. We will bring you before the throne of grace as you go through this sorrowful time.
Rick & Lisa Hodge
October 30, 2009
To Faith and Family,
We are praying with you all.
Love,
The Rick Hodge Family
Gordon Svedberg
October 29, 2009
I've known Ben since he was in his last year of high-school and shared many adventures with him. What a fine friend; Benjamin, we will miss you greatly.
Pete Serwan
October 29, 2009
Ben was one of the most truest persons I've ever known.I always looked forward to and enjoyed his company.He was my co-worker and an awesome friend.A great guy. Most of my great times,memories and laughs at Usair were shared with Ben. I will miss him. God bless.
Jeanie Cowles
October 29, 2009
I have many memories of Ben but here is a humorous one. When Susan and I were roommates, he sent me a cassette that he had made of some of his favorite music. Only he sent it like it was from a Chattanooga music company with a form included on which you could order more like it. I promptly sent in an order. It came back undeliverable. Susan and I even went so far as to look in a Chattanooga phone book to try to find the street address. It didn't exist. When Ben found out what I had done he thought it was the funniest thing ever and never let me forget how gullible I was.
Kim Cogar
October 29, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Larry Jones
October 29, 2009
My condolences to the Smith family. Ben was one of the nicest guys I've had the privilege of working with and will be deeply missed by all in the USAirways family.
Tom Womack
October 29, 2009
To Mark & Linda Smith,
Daddy and I are so deeply saddened by this unexpected loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We will be waiting for you when you return home. May God bless and keep you in his loving arms.
We love you guys,
Tom & Beth Womack
The Staff of Gordon Funeral Service
October 29, 2009
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