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1942
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2015
Leon Smith Obituary
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March 5, 2016
Carol, So sorry, we don't live in DFW anymore and I just heard today (3-5-16). I was in parts in FW for over 30 years where everybody knows everybody. He was one of a kind, God bless all of you I know He'll be missed.
Trey Wilkerson
Vaughn Ray
October 18, 2015
Carol,
Leon and I went back many, many years and the great memories I have of him will forever live on. From all our wacky experiences at Scotty's, to our waterlogged fishing trip to Toledo Bend, to our last unexpected meeting at Paschal's high school reunion, I will always fondly remember him as a witty, caring and wonderfully good friend. He will be be missed be me and all that knew him. God bless Leon and you and all of his family.
Garry & Connie Darby
September 17, 2015
Carol, We are so sorry to hear about Leon. We have fond memories of many fishing tournaments spent with the two of you. Lots of fun and laughter! You will be forever in our hearts and prayers
September 11, 2015
Leon, was a kind and generous man. My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Rest in peace, Leon.
Savannah Shepherd
September 8, 2015
From the memories that my grandma (whom was a good friend to Leon and his wonderful wife Carol) has told me, he had a very big heart and has helped so many people! I am so sorry for you loss Carol and of course Leon's family, just know that God has a plan and that a blessing will come your way. My thoughts and prayers are with you and for his family as well.
Jan and Leo Wadley
September 5, 2015
Jan and I join everyone who has posted here and on the Paschal page in wishing Carol and Leon's entire family peace and comfort during this time. Jan and I both remember the many years you and Leon trusted Jan as your Pharmacist and friend. You and Leon always made the Paschal get-togethers welcome and fun for all. Leon will be missed but well-remembered by all of us.
Jim McIver
September 4, 2015
Carol, I shall miss Leon so much. He will always be a fond memory to our club club. We never got to go fishing. He and I discussed many times about planning a trip, but I guess the distance between our homes was a drawback. Carol, I know you have your children and so many friends in the area to help you in the days ahead, but remember we are only a phone call away. You have our love and we send you our hugs my friend.
September 4, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. You are surrounded by love and friends to
help during this time.
Love and hugs.
Cindy Braswell
Beverly White
September 2, 2015
How wonderful it was to have know him for so many years. I remember the day Carol and I met him. What memories we have. May God bless you Carol as you have so many wonderful memories of such a wonderful man that loved you more than life.
Mike Cleere
September 2, 2015
Leon was a good neighbor friendly and ready to lend a helping hand. He will be missed.
Bob Commander
September 1, 2015
I truly feel like I have lost a close old friend...although we never met. Peace to you Carol, my old friend and Leon, we will finally meet one day.
Kristen Kopp
September 1, 2015
He was a great man. I'll never forget waiting on him at the Montgomery street cafe. I will miss him
September 1, 2015
Leon was a great friend to James and I both. I know there are many great memories for all who knew him.
Melba Blackburn
September 1, 2015
Dear Carol
We so looked forward to seeing you and Leon at our annual get togethers. Leon's absence will be greatly felt amoung all his friends. I'll never forget the first time I met you and Leon and he told me his name was "Fred" I told him I could remember that because that was my Daddy's name. Later that day I said something about Fred and people looked at me like I was a nut...I said you know Carol's husband; yes he got me good, but I later learned that was just Leon having a good time! RIP our dear friend Leon aka Fred!
Gerald and Barbara Miller
PEGGY NORMAN
September 1, 2015
Knew you at Technical High School. My prayers go out to your family. Peggy Mayo Norman class of 62
September 1, 2015
Heaven gained quite a character in Leon, aka 'Bassjerk'. He never failed to make me smile and I loved to banter back and forth with him. I will see him again one day, and you can bet that after I hug his neck, I'm gonna mess up his hair for old times sake. That always got him going! Love and blessings to Carol, Hope, Robby and Carey.
David Hatcher
September 1, 2015
Leon was always my go to guy for parts and advice with a touch of sarcastic humor mixed in for good measure will miss him dearly.
Gary W Green
September 1, 2015
Leon,
Have not seen you since high school but remember you well. You were a kind and generous man and had a positive impact on all who knew you. I celebrate your life.
Doug Pigretti
September 1, 2015
I consider myself fortunate to have had an uncle like you. I will always be appreciative for all that you have done for me. Rest in peace- Love, Doug.
Sarah Crouch
September 1, 2015
To Carol and your sweet family...You have my deepest condolences and love. I am so fortunate to have known Leon. I will miss Leon and his wit and that twinkle in his eye when he knew he had made you laugh. And he made me laugh...a lot. I hear the Angels humming "Two Hearts" right now.
Mary and Wesley Neill
September 1, 2015
Mary and I have so many wonderful memories of you and Carol together. We will always keep you in our hearts and thank you for being a great Son-in-Law. We miss you so much. We love you and we will meet again.
Rodger Brownlee
September 1, 2015
Dear Carol, the years have separated us, but yours and Leon's friendship from those times long ago have been a part of who i am, and i have thought of you often; seems more so now that we're all older. Leon was a special character, one of a kind, and when we meet again one day, it will be as if it we're only a day or so; with a faked "caustic" greeting between friends, before the smiles and warm regards break out. I'm sorry i didn't get to see him before he left us.
With love and God's blessings;
Rodger W. Brownlee
Carol Smith
September 1, 2015
To my beloved husband Leon, I thank you for every day we spent together, for every gift you gave to me, most especially our 4 children,for all the times you sat by my bedside when I was hospitalized, for every sweet card you gave to me (which by the way I still have), for every expression of your sweet love. My heart breaks as I never prepared for us to be apart. I am so proud we honored our vows...in sickness and in health, till death due us part. You were so generous in helping those in need and your heart was as big as all outdoors. I loved you all of our years together and I will continue to love you. I am grateful to God that you are no longer in pain and that peace fills your soul. Heaven will most probably be a bit different now with your humor there. Please don't forget me. Your devoted wife...Carol Jean
Hopey
September 1, 2015
I love you and miss you so much Daddy. I'm going to miss your sick and sarcastic humor, calling you every time you're trying to watch your show, and especially seeing you play your guitar every morning on the bench outside. You mean more to me than you will ever know. I can't wait to see you again one day.
Love always,
Your Needy Little Daughter
September 1, 2015
My heartfelt sympathy and prayers to Leon's precious family. A tremendous guy with a generous heart . You have positively impacted my life. Me and my children love you and Carol very much . I know you are deeply missed by your family. I have such wonderful memories and thank God for giving the pleasure and honor of knowing Leon , and for allowing him to to cross my path in life. RIP Leon I am going to miss you alot, but we shall meet again.
Kay Gross
Arlington Texas
Suzonne Johnston
September 1, 2015
We were next door neighbors in the 70's and have remained friends ever since,our boys grew up together. Leon was truly one in a million and was devoted to Carol. He will be missed.
September 1, 2015
RIP LEON
Betty Burks
September 1, 2015
To Carol and her sweet family .
I send my condolences . I know how much Leon will be missed . We will hold on to the memories of our dear friend .
Comfort the family in your sweet love at this sad time . Thank you Jesus . RIP Leon .
Randy & Monica Grimes
September 1, 2015
So sorry for y'all's loss my God wrap his loving arms around yall during this time
James Stallings
August 31, 2015
To Carol, Robbie, Amanda, Carey and the entire Smith family, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts will be with you during this very difficult time.
Deana Evans
August 31, 2015
Uncle Leon always has and always will have a special place in my heart.
The world lost a wonderful,funny,loving and generous man and I am truly heartbroken for the entire family.
We love you and are so very sorry for your loss.
August 31, 2015
With my heart felt sympathy to all of you ....God bless....
Love Mike Stetler
Keith Gross
August 31, 2015
I cherish the times we had together over the years. You were a great freind and though I haven't seen you in a few years...my life won't be the same without you in it. I always did and always will have the deepest respect and love for you Leon. Carol, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers...and in my heart.
August 31, 2015
this man changed my path in my life from negative to positive in life from family to friends and business, i would not be where i am at today if not for his guidenece,i will always remember him my boss smitty!!
Kathy Hayek
August 31, 2015
Having known Leon since I was 6, I've been fortunate to know his unique sense of humor and the depth of his love for my sister. I'm incredibly grateful for both. You will be greatly missed, my brother in law.
Kathy
Vickie Hundemer
August 31, 2015
So special & kind, he will be dearly missed!
August 31, 2015
A great man!!!!!
Larry Blackwood
August 31, 2015
RIP old freind.
Ima Jean. and Earl McReynolds
August 31, 2015
I am so lost for words .Leon and Carol ,you can't think of one with out other. Love you both . Prayers and love for all.
Robbie Smith
August 31, 2015
I can't express how much you meant to me and how much we miss your light already. I love you Dad!
Robbie
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