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Norman Smith Obituary
Chief David Kunkle and fellow gang unit members eulogized Senior Cpl. Smith, a former Marine, as a gentle giant who was as comfortable in an antique shop as he was on the street, chasing criminals.
Chief Kunkle called Senior Cpl. Smith a hard-charging warrior who also approached people with respect, grace and dignity.
Officers from virtually every law enforcement agency in North Texas joined Dallas police at the funeral, including Fort Worth, Tarrant County, D/FW Airport, Dallas Independent School District, Mansfield, North Richland Hills, Keller, Bedford and Grapevine, to name a few.
Some came from as far away as San Antonio, Austin, Longview and College Station.
A group of Marines in dress blue uniforms attended, as well as a group of high school students.
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Memories and Condolences
for Norman Smith
Mar Sonnen
November 10, 2024
Many prayers for the family. I want to thank all of the police officers and their families for serving us and trying to make it a better place even if they have to give their life to do it.
shaulonda king
August 16, 2012
MY HEART GOES OUT TO DA SMITH FAMILY AS WELL AS HIS CO WORKERS N FRIENDS I LEARN OF HIS PASSING FROM FIRST 48 GOD BLESS AND KEEP U ALL!!
Mike Casey
January 23, 2009
Sr. Cpl. Smith,
Sir, I would just like to say thank you for your dedicated service sacrifice not just for your community, but also for our Country when you served in the USMC. And to your family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.
Semper Fi Devil Dog!
Regina and Norm - Cancun, Summer 2008
Karen and David Rowe
January 21, 2009
Dearest Regina and family
Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this very sad time. We spent a short time together in Cancun and knew you and Norman were special folk. This is a photo I took of you there. Take care of yourself.
January 16, 2009
We, the community, hurt with you and for you. I pray that God will give you strength.
mari amaro
January 15, 2009
Mrs.Smith and family. I did not know your husband and father personally. But I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Kaye Vann-Anderson
January 14, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
PHYLLIS SMITH
January 14, 2009
TO THE SMITH FAMILY, MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
Julio & Stephanie Vasquez
January 14, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. God Bless.
Geraldine Davidson-Hooker
January 14, 2009
I never had the pleaseure of meeting Senior Corporal Norman S. Smith, but am amazed at the character and authenticity of this fine officer.
In his honor, let's embrace the young people of our city by motivating them to become decent, law abiding citizens that Officer Smith would be proud of.
To his wife Regina and family; Give thanks to God for the time shared with this man of noble character. I know you will miss him, but God will fill the void in your lives. I am praying and will continue to pray for your comfort and strength.
Terri Tapp
January 13, 2009
My heart goes out to you Regina. I never got to meet Norman but mom did and she loved him very much. I can't imagine the loss and pain you are feeling. We are family and if you need anything, anything at all, all you need to do is call because we love you very much. You and your family are in my prayers.
ora williams
January 13, 2009
My prayers go out to the family he was one of a kind.
Shuandra Jackson
January 13, 2009
I can't stop crying. This really hurts my heart. I pray deeply for his family. I pray that his death won't be in vain.
Andrea Powell
January 13, 2009
Thank you for your service and dedication throughout your career. My prayers are with your family. God Bless.
Kaye Vann
January 13, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sandra Herndon
January 13, 2009
My heart goes out to you and your family.
Dea. & Sister Thomas Greer
January 12, 2009
May God continue His Blessings upon you and we will certainly keep this family in our prayers.
kathleen Saddler
January 12, 2009
Crossing the Bar
Sunset and evening star,
And one clear call for me!
And may there be no moaning of the bar,
When I put out to sea,
But such a tide as moving seems asleep,
Too full for sound and foam,
When that which drew from out the boundless deep
Turns again home.
Twilight and evening bell,
And after that the dark!
And may there be no sadness of farewell,
When I embark;
For tho' from out our bourne of Time and Place
The flood may bear me far,
I hope to see my Pilot face to face
When I have crost the bar.
By Alfred, Lord Tennyson
The Poetry Foundation
The Lewis Family
January 12, 2009
God has called his Angel home. Our prayers are with you and your loved ones.
Jeannie Anderson
January 12, 2009
My deepest sympathy to Officer Smith's Family and his work family. As the entire country grieves for your loss, we know he's only a prayer away.Sometimes we don't understand why things happen the way they do , Buy God has a reason and someday we will all understand. May God Bless you and help you through this time of sorrow.
With my prayer,
Jeannie Anderson
Bernita Keys
January 12, 2009
To the Smith Family and Friends...Know that this is not the end for seeing Officer Smith..For one day,You All shall be in sweet Company once again with Your Precious Love One...May (God's) covering of Peace be upon Each and Everyone of You!
A very Heart caring Friend from Ft.Worth Tx
Bernita Keys
Leslie Baker & FWPD Explorer Jeff Marzahn
January 11, 2009
My heart goes out to the family of Officer Smith. My son is a Fort Worth Police Explorer and plans to become a Fort Worth Officer when he turns 21. It scares me to death but he is going to do what he loves. Officer Smith was doing what he lovd to do and lost his life but he is with god now and he did his duty to srve and protect. May god be with the Smith family thru this time of tradgedy and the Smith family are in my thoughts ans prayers.
CHERI
January 11, 2009
sometimes we hear of so many bad cops, but he truly sounded liked the kind of officers that we truly need. my deepest to his family and friends and may his memories live on to other officers to follow in his footsteps. may you rest in peace as i know you are at the side of our good Lord in heaven.as for your family may your memories give you strength though these tough days. be strong,the Lord is with you and your husband and dad will always be by your side. peace and love to you guys. by the way i have a cousin who is a fort worth officer(also 1 who is a fireman),whom i am very proud of and worry about everyday
Jim Rexroat
January 11, 2009
This really made me sad when I heard about this. I never met the man but had seen him on tv. He seemed so genuine and real.....My prayers and best wishes go to the community and family....
Inspector Mandrell
January 11, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Toyia Vick
January 11, 2009
I was so saddened by what I heard of Officer Smith. Not only for his career, but for his family, his friends and co-workers...I did not know him, or even live in Dallas, but my heart was touched...My heart and prayers go out to all of you--God Bless you and yours...
Kathy Hayden
January 10, 2009
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 you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998-2009
Qadara Muhammad
January 10, 2009
I don't live in Dallas. A friend sent the newspaper article to me. She feels that the slain officer and his wife have a love story like president elect Obama and his wife Michelle. His funeral service is a testimony to who he was. I pray that his family and all who love him find solace in knowing his is a place in heaven.
Maury & Cheryl Walker
January 10, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mr&Mrs.Welton Brown&Family.
January 10, 2009
To the family,
your dearly departed was an inspiration to many,know that many thoughts are with you and your family,this is a difficult time for the family but "God"no best,the family are in our prayers.P.O.Box 15724-Forest Hill(76119)
Louise Pegues
January 10, 2009
I am so very saddened by this lost for the side of good. I know that God has someone else, probably someone even directly touched by Norman, to step up to the plate in this great fight for right. My husband and my son are both Dallas County Sheriffs and as I have followed this story I cannot even begin to process the loss you must feel. But, this is what they do, right . We certainly never want to get this call. After 30 years of marriage, my love for my husband has grown over the years - it is different, stronger, coupled with that is my respect for his commitment to this chosen field and the place it holds in his heart. If he loves it, I love it for him. What better than to leave here having done something you truly feel passionate about. We appreciate Norman, all of his fellow officers, as well as your sacrifice for us and our safety. My prayers...
Mr.Adgrian & Daphne Mckellar
January 10, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Frank Newton
January 10, 2009
Our prayers are with you.God will help you through.Thank God for poeple like Senior Cpl Smith and those like him.
Kimberly Lee
January 10, 2009
God Bless You for all of your good work and all of the lives that you have touched.
Nancy Nickelson
January 10, 2009
Go to the Lord in Prayer. He will help you and your family, in this time of grieving. Rely, on PRECIOUS MEMORIES. Blessings, Nancy Nickelson
Clarence & Joni Walker and Family
January 10, 2009
Mrs. Smith, heartfelt sympathy is extended to you and your family during this time of the loss of your beautiful God given husband, friend, and co-worker, Senior Cpl. Norman Smith. I do not know you and your family, but the love of God reaches out to all of us to rally behind one another in love. Take comfort that God is near. Lean on Him, and he will continue to guide your path. May you and your family find comfort that your dear one is with our Heavenly father.
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, 4who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves have received from God.
(2 Corinthians 1:3-4)
Tammy Willie-Pryor
January 10, 2009
Simply put, My prayers are with you and your family.
Bart Salter and family
January 10, 2009
To the family of Norman Smith
Our hearts all go out for the friends and all the family. We are sorry for your loss of (Norm).
Thanks to people like him the world will be a better place.
Our prayers are with you.
Janice Hallmark
January 10, 2009
H led a good life
Nametha and Miaron Sr. Pickett
January 10, 2009
My heart goes out to The Smith family. I am praying for your family, just know that he is in a better place and one day you will all see him again.
Mel
January 10, 2009
God bless you. I am so sorry.
Livingston's
January 10, 2009
We did not know Cpl.Smith & that I believe was our loss.When you hear of a person ONE time & that person makes an impression in your life,you realize how very Special he is to Mrs.Regina,the children & his commrades.The loss will be heartbreaking,your memories will be powerful & last forever.God will take care of you ,our prayers are with you all.
Thaddaeus Faulkner Jr.
January 10, 2009
Earth has no sorrows that heaven can not heal. Our prayers are with you.
Norma Machado
January 10, 2009
My prayers are going out to his family , freinds and Police Department ..
Jennifer Nelson
January 10, 2009
To the Family of Sr. Cpl. Norman Smith; You are in my thoughts & prayers. May God wrap HIS arms around you & give you comfort & peace at this time of mourning.
Norman, Thank you so very much for your service to me & to the people of Dallas. "No greater Love hath a man than to lay his life down for his friends."
With Deepest Sympathy;
Jennifer Nelson
Desoto, Texas
Rechell overton
January 10, 2009
Mrs Smith and family,my condolences go out to you and your family I didnt know officer Smith but felt my duty to give my condolences.God doesnt make mistakes and he will be a husband for you.Remember ALL of the good times you had with your husband and stay in the word and ask God for strength and he will give it to you. May God shower his blessings upon you each and every day. From my family to yours.
Michele Sanders
January 9, 2009
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. You and your family are in my prayers.
DEBBIE & LYNN FOSTER
January 9, 2009
Our very deepest sympathy to the Smith family, friends, colleagues, and to all our loyal police, fire fighters, sheriffs and other public servants who put their lives on the line every day for us. We appreciate you and we also mourn the loss of this wonderful man!
Rosey Smith
January 9, 2009
...my peace I give unto you , not as the world giveth...let not your heart be troubled or afraid ...
may the Lord's comfort and grace sustain you at this time ! ...
until we all reunite to see our loved ones and our Lord that glorious day !
Mark and Kathy Deener
January 9, 2009
We had the honor of meeting Norm and Regina through Bruce and Sammie Adams. We have heard a lot of great things about Norm through Bruce and Sammie. All though we didn't know him well, we feel like we did. Our hearts and prayers are with Regina and his family.
Anthony Burke
January 9, 2009
God will take care of this family, as this is what he specializes in. All he ask for is your trust. From all the comments about this man he was truly a gift to be cherished while you had him and now bask in his spirit now that he is with the lord.
God will continue Bless This Family just as he did by loaning them his soldier Cpl Norman Smith.
The Burke Family (Dallas, Tx)
KIRK ELLIS
January 9, 2009
I WAS IN NORMS POLICE ACADEMY CLASS#228. I HAVE ALWAYS THOUGHT ALOT OF NORM AND HE WILL BE MISSED. I PRAY FOR HIS FAMILY IN THIS DIFFICULT TIME. GOD BLESS
Glenda Wade
January 9, 2009
Mrs. Smith and family; I'm so sorry about your loss. I'm sure I am speaking for so many others when I say that we're praying for comfort and strength for you all. I didn't know your husband but I've heard all the wonderful things about him and you'll have those memories always.
Eric & Lisa McIntosh
January 9, 2009
Our deepest sympathy to the Smith family and the Dallas Police Department. God bless you and yours.
L'Tanya Charles wife of NOPD Officer Rhett Charles
January 9, 2009
Although I did not know Senior Cpl. Norman Smith, I feel like the Law Enforcement family stretches across the world. Though we are not personally connected we are spirtually. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Willie and Wanda Wingfield
January 9, 2009
We didn't know officer Smith, our prayers are with Mrs Smith, kids and the entire family. Our son is a police officer, we don't want to think about something like this happening. Our father in haven will take care of all you. God bless each you.
Tony Burke
January 9, 2009
God will take care of this family, as this is what he specializes in. All he ask for is your trust. From all the comments about this man he was truly a gift to be cherished while you had him and now bask in his spirit now that he is with the lord.
God will continue to Bless This Family just as he did by loaning them his soldier, Cpl Norman Smith.
The Burke Family (Dallas, Tx)
Bro. Leo Cabrera
January 9, 2009
Did not know Mr. Smith or family but our prayers are with all the loved ones & all his co-workers. The Lord always takes the best, that is why heaven was created, nobody will ever enter heaven, unless they are family. God bless you.
CONNIE SENIOR
January 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Thank you Norman for your sacrifice to make Dallas a better place. May God Bless your family, and give them peace.
Mary Winter
January 9, 2009
I did not know Cpl. Norman Smith, but it is with a heavy heart that I extend my condolences to his family, friends, and fellow officers. We citizens take for granted the safety and security we enjoy because of officers like Cpl. Smith. He made the ultimate sacrifice and laid down his life trying to make the community, in which we live, safer for the rest of us. There are no words to express my gratitude and I hope you all find comfort in knowing that the guardian you knew here on earth is now an angel watching over you from heaven.
Larry Canright
January 9, 2009
My heart goes out to Sr. Cpl. Norm Smith's family in this time of tragedy. This is a difficult time for family members, as well as all the many different people he came in contact with while doing his job that I am sure he loved so much. I did not know this officer, but as a member of the Law Enforcement community, it saddens us all when something like this happens. The family must look toward God during this time. He will lead and guide you through the pain and suffering you are going through. You are not alone. It will be a difficult time, but by the grace of our Heavenly Father, you will make it. God bless you all, and I will keep the family in my prayers.
Larry E. Canright
Mansfield Police Dept.
Communications Officer
Ann Phillips
January 9, 2009
To wife and family I know "GOD" will give you strength and hear all prayers for you and family. You are in our prayers.
Ann & Bill- Dallas
AJ Martin
January 9, 2009
I did not know officer Smith, but my thoughts and prayers go out to him and his family. May God Bless those he left behind!!
Joey Holmes
January 9, 2009
So sorry even tho we didn't know Norm personally. We watched service on tv. I come from a line of peace officer s on both sides of house.Joey and Betty Holmes/Arlington
Ec Tommy
January 9, 2009
I did not have the pleasure of meeting Officer Smith but I do have the utmost respect for his public service. May u eternally rest in peace!!
Kathy Butler
January 9, 2009
My heart goes out to the family of Norman. What a tragic loss to the family and to the community.
January 9, 2009
My heart and condolences go out Norman Smith and family. Do know that he is in a better place and he will be remembered. Norman Smtih paved the way for alot of young people and made a difference in their lives. He is loved and will be truly missed and was a blessing to us all! May god keep you and his memories will be remembered.
Marcus Sanders
January 9, 2009
To The Family, Friends, Comrads & everyone that Norm helped along his way....WITH EYES LIKE HIS, WE'LL BE WATCHED OVER ALWAYS. Norm was a man so big with such a caring heart. God did us no wrong by taking him from us physically. It's ok to cry, for it soothes the soul. Just remember, Norm would always want you to do whats best for you & everyone you. Keep loving, keep praying & stay strong. God Bless!
Jan Mack
January 9, 2009
I did not know Officer Smith but my heart goes out to his family. Regina God takes care of those he loves. He will be there for you and all of Officer Smith's family.
Thank God for the time you had with him. Sounds like the 2 of you loved each other a lot. Hold on to the good memories.
belinda parker
January 9, 2009
To the Smith Family My heart and prayor go's out to the Family may God give you peace and strength to go on with much Love and Harmony.It Want be easy but in time it will get better. hang in there be strong. and god bless.
melissa crabb
January 9, 2009
Police Officer's Prayer to St. Michael
Saint Michael, heaven's glorious commissioner of police,
who once so neatly and successfully cleared God's premises
of all its undesirables, look with kindly and professional
eyes on your earthly force.
Give us cool heads, stout hearts, and uncanny flair for
investigation and wise judgement.
Make us the terror of burglars, the friend of children and
law-abiding citizens, kind to strangers, polite to bores,
strict with law-breakers and impervious to temptations.
You know, Saint Michael, from your own experiences
with the devil that the police officer's lot on earth is not
always a happy one; but your sense of duty that so
pleased God, your hard knocks that so surprised the
devil, and your angelic self-control give us inspiration.
And when we lay down our night sticks, enroll us in your
heavenly force, where we will be as proud to guard the
throne of God as we have been to guard the city of all
the people. Amen.
Kimbelry McElroy
January 9, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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